On Rogues or Revolutionaries, Forum Decorum and Taxe$, Oh My!
Day 1,575, 14:42
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Oh, yes! We’ve surpassed the mid-term mark and with less than 2 weeks remaining until the next Congressional election, it seems like a good time for a review. Don’t you think? Yes? Fantastic, I’m glad we agree!
Starting off with a bang and a whimper
At the start of the 51st term, 57 members signed in for Congressional board access at eusaforums.com . Congressman Lysander Spooner II (USMJ) wasted no time in voicing his sharp critique on forum etiquette or intense lack thereof, his positions on Congressional involvement with foreign policy and detailing his views on proper and improper use of in-game means of communication. Meanwhile, freshman Congressman Karron Vaine (USWP) got a little carried away with his new-found citizenship approvals his first day in office, prompting a temporary suspension of forum access and subsequent investigation. Karron responded to my inquiry satisfactorily and his explanation was verified with IES Director, Firo Prochainezo. Vaine’s Party President, the IES Director and I found his actions to be erroneous and without malicious intent. His forum privileges were restored conditionally and no further action has been taken against him.
Another Rogue on the loose
Once again this term we have a select few who elect not to sign in or participate in Congress forum discussions. DCbg is one such example. After a rash of ’unfriendly’ citizenship approvals and a rogue impeachment proposal, several citizens and Congressmen called for the censure of DCbg - STOP! Congressional candidates and Party Presidents, take note: Improper Impeachment proposals warrant automatic suspension of Congress forum privileges. (see Title 3 Oversight and Public Disclosure, 3.32: Penalties for improper procedure) Forum privileges of the offender shall not be restored without a passing proposal and vote @forums. - DCbg continued to use his remaining citizenship approvals, tank for ONE and finished the week with another rogue Impeachment proposal.
Censured from Congress and discharged from The Special Forces, all in a day’s work. What a letdown.
Changes In Latitudes, Changes In Attitudes
Speaking of citizenship requests & approvals and the IES (Immigration Enforcement Subcommittee), Congress began this term with a fresh face in the Director’s seat. Firo Prochainezo quickly assembled a severely underpaid and overworked staff of salad bar cheater-spotters and went directly to the task of revitalizing the system. Judging from increased documentation by active Congress members and overall traffic in IES, the revision appears to be an improvement. Of course, history affirms no change is ever made without some protest or misunderstandings. Unfortunately, one freshman member, Slyk Willy (USMJ), resigned early into his first term, seemingly out of frustration, impatience and/or lacking full understanding of the recent turnover in IES.
! Notice: If you are considering a temporary change in citizenship or are already on the wait list - please be aware, remaining approvals are limited. You may pass IES review but that does not guarantee a Congress member’s immediate approval. If you have applied for citizenship in the US, be sure to also complete the Citizenship Application Form, rizon users can stop by #IES with questions.
Onward, to Budget matters ...or maybe not.
Discussion and proposal started, stalled and continues to limp along. President Oblige has requested Congress delay moving forward with the budget proposal pending final results of an audit and shifts in OMS membership. This Speaker doesn’t think the President needs to worry too terribly much about Congress taking hasty action. The previous term’s budget will remain in effect until a new one passes. A monthly budget must be passed even if no changes are made. Additionally, according to the US Constitution and Code “If a budget is not passed by the 20th of the month, the SOH may, at his or her discretion, suspend votes on other legislation until a budget is voted and approved.” Mark your calendars!
TAXES. Oh, ffs!
If you think ffs means food fights, you’re dead wrong. And if you enjoy a good trainwreck as much as I do, hurry on over to Public Congressional Proceedings and have a good rubbernecking session, ffs. If there is ever any question why advisers from the Economic Council are given some clearance in economic-related proceedings, please go review the current tax topics and put those questions to rest. ._. All joking aside, I do appreciate members who take initiative but appreciate more members who exercise good sense and think before starting frivolous threads and further cluttering debate. Voters, ta
😜ayers and tax beneficiaries might also appreciate the consideration. Ever an optimist, I remain
Note to Self:
Let's all hope for better news out of Congress during the upcoming week.
Reminder: Party President elections are days away, vote wisely!
Keep smiling,
rainy sunday
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Voted!
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~hyuu~!
rmaxx
If only I could get me some of that rainy....
quacked 🙂
nice work
You have a very unique, quality writing style. Voted. And subbed to your paper.
nice work
no, ducks no!
Voted, excellent information regarding the IES re-invigoration; the Taxation issue has only exacerbated itself since the recent Monetary Market Consolidation and *should* goto 10% income; 5% VAT.
Voted o7
V + S, nice work
Brilliant insight.
Why do the ducks quack?
Gabba gabba hey.
As it is the Speaker of the House's resposibility to act as a Moderator in Congress, or delegate that responsibility, have you done anything regarding the insults that are flying around there? Insults are against the eRepublik Terms of Service. I would expect the same standards to apply to the eUSA Forums.
That's stupid, Edwards.
great article!
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For Henry:
I see your silver shining town
But I know I can't go there
Your streets run deep with poisoned wine
Your doorways crawl with fear
So I think I'll drift for old where it's at
Where the weed grows green and fine
And wrap myself around a bush
Of that bright whoa, oh, Oaxaca vine
@Chistopher Edwards II
I'm very glad you asked.
1) Despite the ridiculous amount of time I've spent monitoring Congress boards, I do not spend every waking moment there. Nor do I expect the Deputy Speaker to. Forum admin and Global moderators do not interfere in Congress board moderation unless a real law is violated or a mod report is made and not attended to quickly enough.
2) I don't agree with heavy-handed censorship. I prefer allowing the record show an asshole as an asshole and while it may be a detriment to the flow of proceedings, members have themselves to blame for engaging in any disputes with an asshole. Voters should take note of shoe-throwers. Members should strive to keep a balanced sense of humor and focus on the issues, not persons.
3) When and if debate becomes too personal or heated, it may be locked for a cooling off period. Any member is free to contact me directly or utilize the report button and request a lock or moderation if they have a legitimate complaint.
4) >implying Plato enforces ToS evenhandedly
@henry Arundel: Your maturity is showing. Was your nap during your kindergarten class interrupted?
@rainy sunday: TBH, it seems to me that you are more concerned with what the majority of Congress thinks of you rather than standing on principle and maintaining a sense of Congressional decorum. It doesn't take very long, for you to tell people who engage in insults, rather than discussion, that such behavior is uncalled for and unnecessary. Responding this way still shows who the assholes are, doesn't promote censorship, but lets people know what will, and will not, be tolerated.
@Clarrisa
Wait, whose principles exactly are you expecting me to stand on? Define 'sense of Congressional decorum' in a browser game. If you a referencing an ideal of real life Congressional decorum v. political roleplay, please go review the Code. For the record, I didn't write it but I make every attempt to abide by the guidelines laid out in it and conduct myself accordingly. I expect others to do the same. To assert that I haven't given warnings or moderated is false. I just don't advertise every misstep or choose to publicly berate and belittle offenders. I apologize if my tolerance of ignorance at both ends of the spectrum fails to meet your expectations and sincerely encourage you to step up as a rising leader in your own right.
As far as caring what the majority of Congress thinks of me, NO ONE has ever cared what Congress thinks of them, why the hell would I?
Rainy Sunday is the shit and articles like this show that clearly.
Anyone criticizing Rainy, especially given the huge amount of work she does for eAmerica, needs to step away from the keyboard and go get a Real Life as they have obviously failed at eLife.
Great article Rainy, and sums up the frustrations of the more experienced Congressmen precisely!
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funny and informative!
Good speaking, speaker!
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rainy sunday
Day 1,575, 20:16
"@Chistopher Edwards II
I'm very glad you asked..." ad infinitum
Sometimes I almost wish I were back in Congress just to get a chance to rip some people a new one. You have PTO'ers in yer midst, babies that poke buttons just for the f'ing fun of it and party presidents sending idiots to Congress because they are popular.
I would seriously suggest that the PTO Serbs, etc. be monitored closely. They are chipping away at our integrity. Sooner or later they will out number us, then it will be too late. It is a waiting game for them and we laugh it off.
I find it hard to believe that party presidents don't give a flying f about who they send to Congress. Would it be asking too much to simply give the little bastards some instruction if they get elected. You know, simple shit like "Don't approve CS without asking first.", "Don't try to be f'ing funny by starting an impeachment.". Do encourage the immature brats to make use of the "resign" button if they want to.
AND... FWIW:
Anyone criticizing Rainy, especially given the huge amount of work she does for eAmerica, needs to step away from the keyboard and go get a Real Life as they have obviously failed at eLife.
Great article Rainy, and sums up the frustrations of the more experienced Congressmen precisely!
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@Artela and Thedillpickl: Anyone criticizing Lysander, especially given the huge amount of work he has done for eAmerica (under the Department of the Interior), the SFP and the SFP Bear Cavalry,needs to step away from the keyboard and go get a Real Life as they have obviously failed at eLife.
I never criticized Lysander, he's a good friend. I don't always agree with him but that is not criticizing. Just get off it and let it go. Slow deep breaths. Imagine yourself in your quiet place. That's right, much better. Now pick a new topic.
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