Michael Ludgate for CP

Day 4,271, 06:19 Published in United Kingdom USA by Michael Ludgate
Continuing my bid to be elected as your Country President.

The Thanks Bit

Proud to say I have the support of the Balkan Superman party, will you add your parties support today?


The Smear Bit

Sir Humphrey Appleby - Already dealt with my primary opposition, in my opinion the only other viable candidate.

King William the Great - One of the better of the PTO group, he can be talked to and was verging on making it into mainstream politics. Unfortunately easily led by the wrong crowd. Hopefully he'll stick around after we oust the Rabid Rabbits. Right now, he's just a vehicle for PTO control so completely unelectable to the point of being positively dangerous (yeah I know, I've endorsed him for the lolz vote)

djole1122 - Bit of an unknown, sitting in the satellite seat for the 'I'm a commie and that's ok, I work all day and, don't eat or hold politically dissident views'. Serbian in the PLA (non eUK) MU. Having secured the PP of worst PCP by one vote out of total 3 votes cast, this political heavyweight ran themself as CP contender. A vote for watching the world burn if ever there was one.

The Gypsy King - Hungarian, totally not PTOer fresh off the banana boat holding a banana asking what to do with it. With this level of experience, you can tell Dapper and Co really aren't putting the effort into making convincing satellite parties anymore. Another dangerous vote assisting Rabbits, not sure which demographic they think this will split. 'The Labour Party' has precisely 3 newb members and 1 infiltrator, not exactly a model of political and social engagement. To his credit, has submitted an election article, but this highlights why he shouldn't be elected or even have stood.


The Two Bit
As with Brexit, the issue of PTO weighs heavy and dominates the campaign. Whilst it can't be denied that managing the situation and looking to the future are vital, we do actually have other things to be doing. Vastly more deadly than our short term problems with PTO is the damage caused by low player retention, lower levels of engagement and decreasing interest to the point of not logging in regularly.

The Me Bit
To those in congress I'm known to be a stickler for procedure. Believing in keeping an eye on the journey to ensure a set of values you can live with on arrival. Being fair and holding myself to the same standard as those around me.

This means I promote resolution of issues affecting all eUK parties. Ensuring that the processes in-place to support individual players are functional. Working with a diverse mix of aspiring politicians from across the political divides.

My play style is focused on the Air module, and I can be found regularly in the #2 spot of the National Air Ranking for damage and kills. Along with our small troupe DC takes on the largest MU's in eUK to reside at #2.

Being the long term Party President for Pirate Cat Party (best PCP), has been an interesting experience, pushing me - with some trepidation - to take on further responsibilities. In addition to being the countries #2 party and only serious contender to the behemoth of TUP, we're the most active party; Consistently fielding and returning the most members to government and extended sphere positions. Additionally we have one of the most actively contested PP elections of any top five, including pre-PTO!

As the long term Speaker of the House, I've grown politically requiring new techniques to effectively communicate with a variety of members on differing points of view and achieve beneficial outcomes for all. The deal where everyone benefits is always better than the deal you win, if you wish to live a life not looking over your back! I'm known to ride the line between meta and 2-click, and I like to think I not only understand the role well but offer something to both types of player when engaging with others and performing the day to day tasks.

The You Bit
I don't pretend that putting me in office as CP will mean all problems are solved. We have a long road ahead of us, one that is uncertain and very much against us. If you want to give up, then do so, if you have a desire to fight on then elect someone who isn't actively looking to destroy the country - good start!

Cabinet is being formed, and I'll be happy to consider anyone who wants to take part. Many roles exist for all abilities, in addition those cabinet peeps go from doing potentially good jobs to doing great with the backing of vice cabinet members.

TL ; DR Bit
Vote for me, Pirate enuf to by dynamic, Establishment enuf to be safe.

Thanks for reading, I know many struggled 🙂