Dish4CP - A History, Money, and Politics
Day 3,479, 10:17
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by Dishmcds
Ladies and Gentleman,
As Congressional Elections wound down, we are happy to say that we were humbled enough to gain 11 MPs in Congress, a 12th if you count BigAnt jumping in and out of UKRP, so a big welcome there. I would like to remind all UKRP MPs that we have a code of conduct that is expected, which includes the following:
1. We do what we can to ensure that each MP is informed on all votes, and we ask that you log in to vote (basically at least once per day if there's a vote taking place.
2. Ensuring our national security, voting to continue or add MPPs with Allies (typically communicated by either a Speaker or our MoFA) to ensure that we have enough MPPs to protect ourselves from invasion.
3. Ensuring that we do not allow donations from our country account without guidance from the Minister of Finance or President.
4. Have some fun, and if you have an idea that you'd like to propose, feel free to do so via article or PM.
Now that we have that out of the way, let's get down to business. For those of you that are not familiar with me, I have been a member of Erepublik since it's Beta test in 2007. I'm not sure if that's a blessing or a curse, but it does offer a lot of experience. I have been President of a country 7 times, including 4 times in the United Kingdom (of which I have been a resident of since 200
Finance Policy
Finance Policy is fairly straight-forward typically. Previously we have had long running Ministers of Finance running schemes to make money, such as Bombs, Thatcher, and so on. Currently we have Huey, who is as reliable and steady as he is great, and has agreed to continue his role next month as well should I win. I would like to see more schemes to perhaps develop training grounds, our military (specifically air battles, which I will get into more in our military policies), and any holes in our markets that might develop. It's time we look at how we can invest our tax income into more than just MPPs, but rather back into developing our citizens to be more successful. It is their tax paid to the Government, after all.
The Relationship Between Government and Congress
There are only so many things you can do in game, whether you're a Member of Parliament, the President, or so on. There's fighting (click), moving (click), voting (click), writing articles, and spending money (click). There does, however, in order to be functional as a country, require some level of coordination between the acting branch of Government that runs Ministries (which are not typically in game clicks), and our elected body of Congress (Parliament) that oversees it.
To that end, any Ministry that I run will be directly responsible to Congress the same as I would be. We will run a Speaker system to Congress, which all members will receive the same information, which will include any pertinent Foreign Affairs information, MPPs, and things that affect our in-game success. Should Congress request information in regards to the activities of a Ministry, they will be shared. If Congress believes there are things that we can differently, I am happy to work on implementation as well. The first step to any successful Government is inclusion.
Finally, just for those who made it this far, we're going to do things differently. Outside of listening and reacting to our own citizens, regardless of any hurrdurr they want to do, we each play this game our own way, and we're each having fun in our own ways. We should listen to that. We will be more involved internationally, and I intend to carry the following Cabinet positions:
Minister of Finance x 1
Minister of Defence (not the way it has been run, more information to come on that)
Minister of Foreign Affairs x 1, with preferably 2 Deputies (or more)
Alliance Attaché (more to come on this as well)
Prime Minister, responsible to oversee domestics
I'll have the next group out in a few days, which will be more information on Defence or Foreign Affairs, and the final out shortly afterwards. If you came to this article looking for cool graphics, I'll leave that to the "other" guys, I'd rather put time into getting things done.
Regards,
Dishmcds
As Congressional Elections wound down, we are happy to say that we were humbled enough to gain 11 MPs in Congress, a 12th if you count BigAnt jumping in and out of UKRP, so a big welcome there. I would like to remind all UKRP MPs that we have a code of conduct that is expected, which includes the following:
1. We do what we can to ensure that each MP is informed on all votes, and we ask that you log in to vote (basically at least once per day if there's a vote taking place.
2. Ensuring our national security, voting to continue or add MPPs with Allies (typically communicated by either a Speaker or our MoFA) to ensure that we have enough MPPs to protect ourselves from invasion.
3. Ensuring that we do not allow donations from our country account without guidance from the Minister of Finance or President.
4. Have some fun, and if you have an idea that you'd like to propose, feel free to do so via article or PM.
Now that we have that out of the way, let's get down to business. For those of you that are not familiar with me, I have been a member of Erepublik since it's Beta test in 2007. I'm not sure if that's a blessing or a curse, but it does offer a lot of experience. I have been President of a country 7 times, including 4 times in the United Kingdom (of which I have been a resident of since 200
😎, twice during invasion which we managed to fend off. I keep an open Government, and welcome all people who want to be involved. If I am honored to become the next President, anyone from any walk of Erepublik life is welcome to PM me if they would like to be involved. This means anyone, including the aforementioned BigAnt, Wayne, Dapper, etc. I am always willing to work with people who want to spend time to get things done, as this game is not just about elections or medals, but putting the effort in.
Finance Policy
Finance Policy is fairly straight-forward typically. Previously we have had long running Ministers of Finance running schemes to make money, such as Bombs, Thatcher, and so on. Currently we have Huey, who is as reliable and steady as he is great, and has agreed to continue his role next month as well should I win. I would like to see more schemes to perhaps develop training grounds, our military (specifically air battles, which I will get into more in our military policies), and any holes in our markets that might develop. It's time we look at how we can invest our tax income into more than just MPPs, but rather back into developing our citizens to be more successful. It is their tax paid to the Government, after all.
The Relationship Between Government and Congress
There are only so many things you can do in game, whether you're a Member of Parliament, the President, or so on. There's fighting (click), moving (click), voting (click), writing articles, and spending money (click). There does, however, in order to be functional as a country, require some level of coordination between the acting branch of Government that runs Ministries (which are not typically in game clicks), and our elected body of Congress (Parliament) that oversees it.
To that end, any Ministry that I run will be directly responsible to Congress the same as I would be. We will run a Speaker system to Congress, which all members will receive the same information, which will include any pertinent Foreign Affairs information, MPPs, and things that affect our in-game success. Should Congress request information in regards to the activities of a Ministry, they will be shared. If Congress believes there are things that we can differently, I am happy to work on implementation as well. The first step to any successful Government is inclusion.
Finally, just for those who made it this far, we're going to do things differently. Outside of listening and reacting to our own citizens, regardless of any hurrdurr they want to do, we each play this game our own way, and we're each having fun in our own ways. We should listen to that. We will be more involved internationally, and I intend to carry the following Cabinet positions:
Minister of Finance x 1
Minister of Defence (not the way it has been run, more information to come on that)
Minister of Foreign Affairs x 1, with preferably 2 Deputies (or more)
Alliance Attaché (more to come on this as well)
Prime Minister, responsible to oversee domestics
I'll have the next group out in a few days, which will be more information on Defence or Foreign Affairs, and the final out shortly afterwards. If you came to this article looking for cool graphics, I'll leave that to the "other" guys, I'd rather put time into getting things done.
Regards,
Dishmcds
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Dish4CP :3
nealy 10 years in the game, 14k str , 53 mill dmg for the eUK, holly batshit at them stats.
You forget career politicians were not allowed to move for a very long time. 😛
They changed that, what, 6-7 years ago so you could stay put and fight? And you could always train even if you could only actively fight against invasions... And the eUK has been invaded plenty so ample opportunity to fight.
Your fighting stats are pish poor for even someone who saw themselves politician first and even accounting being out of the game for a few years...
I was considered a medium strength tank until I quit in 2012ish. Those of you who have spent 5 years training with upgraded training grounds for 5 years that spent bought gold aren't considering that either. Game mechanics change quite frequently. :3
it's also far easier to level up than it used to be
It was more difficult 😛
http://i43.tinypic.com/ap7aqw.jpg
Your stats are pretty bad as well Mr Knee for someone that started in 2009, compare my account to yours, and I haven't fought or trained for months
Oh certainly my own account could have been stronger than what it is... What is your point?
Dishy4CP \o/
"Only WookieO would be a better choice!" - WookieO (May 2016)
I think I said the same thing this year too.
Mate, you spelt chaz wrong...
I love Chaz. This month I'm backing the Dish though.
Sad times
appalling behaviour.
have you sold your account?
srs question
Don't be silly. I was backing Chaz all the way last month, and then he ballsed it up....so thought I'd try something old but new this time.
Chaz4JulyCP \o/
turncoat, you can make all the excuses you like bruv...
Dish4CP \o/
It's common knowledge nowadays that CP is accountable to Mongress. In your time away, we worked out that Its Mongress who has the power. We still haven't worked out a way to make them effective though.
Zubrei4CP
I thought all Beta Giants were slayed long ago?!
They missed! I managed to find a good hiding place. 😉
No thanks
Well, you fancy being in our party so much you are obviously a closet supporter.
Its very likely you will be our next CP. And as applepleb has separated congress be sure to advise the "other" half for this minimum wage proposal. Everyone seemed keen on the idea. Bit more CC for Wars and help prevent multi farms, which can never be a bad thing
All MPs were included on a message as of yesterday who had the proper friend requests, from all parties, which Rob started.
It is great to see the 'Dish Effect' working on eUK once again - population is up, activity levels have increased - and once again we have the prospect of bringing the Nation together as one cohesive entity.
Some people are born to lead - DishMCDS is one of those!
In-depth article voted.
Oh - and Voted/Endorsed....
This article reminds me of how cool I am.