[eCan] CP Voters Guide
Leo Balzac
Greetings fellow eCanadians,
I'm writing to you on the eve of the CP elections in order to (hopefully) educate the populace at large about their options for CP. We all know who the candidates are, but I will restate them now: Exalted Druid, Rolo Tahmasee, Oinyo, Alexandrin, Shere Richard Parker.
Exalted Druid
Candidated by: CPF, SiS, CPP
This man has been playing the game for a long time, a loooooong time. This makes me question his sanity. Seriously though; ED has been involved in governance in one form or another for as long as I can remember. He's not a bad choice for CP to be sure. Based upon his platform, however, I cannot quite tell what his plan is for eCanada's future. To give a precis (fancy word for tl;dr) it would seem to me that ED wants to keep an even keel. His platform is neither bold nor conservative, I would say it's safe to say he's going to wait out the most recent international developments before making any foreign affairs decisions.
On the domestic front, I have no idea what ED has planned but I do know that he will surround himself with the best that eCan has to offer
Vote Rating: safe
Personal Analysis: While ED is very accomplished and experienced, we do not normally see eye to eye. This isn't because of any like or dislike (the only player in this game I truly dislike is Punisher) simply that often times our respective parties are at loggerheads. I would personally not vote ED due to his repeated history of being a fence sitter.
Oinyo
Candidated by: CW (or TIW or whatever the flavour of the week is for Toad)
Oinyo is a very active leader, this much can be said without a doubt. He brings energy and enthusiasm to the job. The other positive of Oinyo is that he knows his weaknesses and so surrounds himself with a strong cabinet. Though his choices for cabinet in the past have been lackluster at best, there are always a few gems in there to pick up the slack. Oinyo's platform entails more of the same. This means there will be no war unless the 'MOB' initiates it, there will be no domestic programs to speak of. What you WILL get, however, is another Even Keel player who will ply the middle of the river and not rock the boat.
Vote Rating: safe
Personal Analysis: I like Oinyo, I really do. I hated him when he first came onto the scene with CW, but CW was my mortal enemy at the time. What I've found out about Oinyo since then is that he is sincere, honest and earnest. These are good qualities in a butler, but not a CP. From the promised war that never was, to the embarrassing MPP with Portugal proposed by Oinyo and shot down by the Pork 'n Cheese congress; Oinyo is a bit of a Mr. Magoo. He is a good guy but hardly capable. I would personally not vote Oinyo.
Alexandrin
Candidated by: PFC
I know nothing of this player, I have not seen an article by him. He's probably not really running for CP but just left on the board.
Vote Rating: Danger Will Robinson! Danger!
Personal Analysis: I have no clue.
Shere Richard Parker
Candidated by: BP
While I love bacon, Ginger Thursdays and Rudyard Kipling book references, Shere Parker's platform outlines it all: "I have no idea what I'm doing here." He is the new James Bond.
Vote Rating: Only for the lulz
Personal Analysis: I'll vote for him if he promises to deliver his gingers to my house on a weekly basis
Rolo Tahmasee
Candidated by: MDP
I've known Rolo for a long time now. I was on hiatus when he stole the treasury. From what I've heard from both sides it was an unfortunate incident that started with lulz and ended with a liar (cough, AMM, cough) starting an illegal impeachment vote that was successful. I will not deny that Rolo stole eCan's gold at one point. I will not deny that he profited from this. What I WILL deny is the idea that Rolo is a repeat offender, someone only looking to the CP chair in order to steal again. The elected representatives of this country have voted to allow Rolo back into our ranks. We fought a bloody CIVIL WAR over this, our CP two months ago lead this civil war and hurt eCan just as much as Rolo did when he stole. This is all old news to me. What I do know about Rolo: He is dedicated. He ran, won and was CP during a time when he was not allowed to participate in the forums and things ran rather well until he was impeached. He's held the CP chair time and time again and each time, we've come out ahead. His platform promises restraint with an eye to war, something we can all embrace with the current geopolitical climate. His domestic agenda is non-existent but he is no different here than the other candidates.
Vote Rating: Safe
Personal Analysis: Truly, when it comes down to it, Rolo is the ONLY logical choice for CP. He is intelligent, belligerent and cool as a cucumber. He will look for ways to earn us TP gold without compromising our international standing. I think, in times like these where the global situation is as unclear; Rolo is the only player deserving of the CP title.
Conclusion
I understand my past alignment with MDP will cause many people to dismiss this article, but truly, from the bottom of my heart this is how I feel. It has nothing to do with party politics but everything to do with my desire to see eCan grow and prosper. The 'haters' will again flame me in the comments and I welcome that, hell I deserve it. The only thing I ask of you, the 'average joe/jane' is to look at my analysis; go back and re-read the candidates articles and vote with your mind, not your heart.
With grande love,
Leo
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well done.
o7
Sort of biased but good 😉
Should do a star rating system instead of safe/unsafe.
By the way I voted for free this time.
thank you klop, my gold reserves took quite a hit after last time
Fair enough, any article of this nature will have some kind of bias though.
Very true, never expected it to be neutral. A good article nevertheless.
Also, I thought it would be worth noting the 'Personal Opinion' part. If I was being truly biased, everyone but Rolo would have a 'Danger Will Robinson! Danger!" rating.
Here is my honest question. What does Rolo offer as a CP? So far all I can tell from his articles is that he is 'bold'. He hasn't offered anything substantive in the campaign alone for me to vote for him. That means he expects me to hold his prior record and background into account as the basis for his campaign. Quite frankly, I don't see what you see. I see someone who bribes peoples votes for tanks, acts like a troll, has stolen the treasury twice and PTO'd several parties, not somebody I want to trust as CP.
You're quite right Auk, the past does reflect badly upon Rolo. Too bad you missed his 'Mea Culpa' on Northern Exposure last year.
I'm sorry I did then, if he explained the reasoning/his opinion behind some of his actions. Based on what I know about Rolo I cannot vote for him in good faith. But like everything I am willing to change my mind.
He did. I would elaborate, but if you want the other side of the story, I'd recommend contacting Rolo directly.
Rolo can always steal the gold!
History?
Oh, what?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aGYmkivN0E
Ps: V+S
unfortunately my french is poor at best Alex. Maybe someone would translate for me?
There is no need to translate the video.
You laugh and then that's it.
I think your name is like mine...
and ?
and he's jealous of you 😛
"He ran, won and was CP during a time when he was not allowed to participate in the forums and things ran rather well until he was impeached."
Ran better after.
Although in the interest of full disclosure it's like comparing a Ferrari and a Lamborghini.
With the help of the amazing VP you had. lol
More James R Bond.
My take:
E.D., solid player, been around forever, a safe vote and probably the guy that'll win... if his vote block, votes.
Oinyo: The 2nd time was not a charm. He has had his chance(s) and failed. He will finish 3rd.
Rolo: Probably the best choice, but I am not sure he can score as many votes as E.D. in a 3 horse race.
Shere Richar😛 Probably getting my vote. He's a Party member and well, GINGERS!
Alexandrin: Don't know anything about this guy. Pity he isn't actively promoting French culture and politics, during this CP Election.
So there.
Nailed it!
good stuff
Oinyo4Butler
~hyuu~
I'm Shere Richard Parker and I approve of this message.
I'll work on the Ginger of the Day by mail thing...
Interesting read. You should put a disclaimer Leo about your conflict of interest (being part of Rolo's cabinet).
As for Rolo's transgressions, I'm starting to wonder how relevant they remain (other than what it may say about his temper and character). I mean, he grossly profited from his actions when they happened but the game has gone through so many changes and iterations that it has little to do with today's reality.
No, he hasn't won my vote but I guess I'm asking at what point (in a game) does the now start taking precedence over the then.
To be fair Alias, I offered my dMoFA skills to all. I'm a whore like that.
Not bad Leo, I was expecting it to be grossly biased but it was moderately biased so I think you really tried here. Good job.
IMO, Exalted Druid offers a fresh and new choice for CP. Rolo and Oinyo have both done it before and are INFAMOUS for their presidencies. ED offers a new release under safe conditions.
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I guess you may say I'm under going a renaissance. Or I simply lost my mind.
Quality stuff. bias=opinion A writer without an opinion is rarely worth reading.
Hm... Interesting literature...
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