[LibCon Convention] Election of Officers and Closing

[Munditenens Tresplet]

Given that everyone else has made a speech, I suppose I should as well.

Let me first say that I agree with Dame Miestra, that all of the candidates vying for the Presidency would do a great job as leader of this party. In addition, I know that all three of us would enter the office on day one, with the goal of becoming the largest party in the Kingdom as our number one priority.

I think that all of the candidates are in agreement that the current system of dividing up the ministry among the parties who performed the best doesn't always turn out to be the most efficient way to run a government. When we are the largest party following the next election, if a coalition government is necessary, I will work with any party or individual that wishes to work diligently for our incoming government, and make sure to keep the members of our party informed along every step of the way. That being said, I will also make sure that the process is fair and equitable to all the parties involved in the coalition, and make sure that all parties, at the very least, have an equal say in determining coalition policy.

Everyone here knows me, and everyone knows that I differ with a couple views of the party on issues such as Cosa seat reform and implementing a mandatory Cosa list. I suppose, then, it is probably important to address this elephant in the room, since there are at least a few people here wondering how I will be able to run the party when I differ on these viewpoints. First and foremost, I am a liberal. That's not to differentiate myself from those with more republican mindsets, but I only say it to note where my priorities regarding policy lie: I believe in ensuring that we have a limited, efficient government that protects the individual rights of its citizens.

But before I completely dodge the elephant, I will say that with regards to the Cosa reforms that the majority of our party would like to see implemented, I will not stand in the way of preventing party members from taking the steps necessary to ensure these goals are met, and I will work with party and coalition members in any way that I can to help pass every policy goal that we have set for the upcoming Cosa.

I think most of you know that I will be standing for re-election for Senator of Maricopa, and as a Senator my first priority would be to the people I represent, just as a Free Democrat MC's priority would be to those who voted for the Free Democrats in the previous election. But my being a Senator, and my views regarding the priorities of a Senator, would in no way would hinder my ability to effectively run this party or facilitate the creation of a functioning government.

I would be honored to have your vote as the next President of the Free Democrats of Talossa.

[Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN]

I should make it clear to the voters that I am a huge stickler for compulsory party lists and a 20-or-less-seat Real Cosa. So there you go; you make your choice about what priorities you want the party leader to follow.

[M.T. Patritz da Biondeu]

I am in agreement with the other candidates. We are all excellent contenders for the position. However, each of us have a different leadership style and things we want to focus on in the party.

If I were to be elected your President, I would focus on these three areas:

1.) Work on restoring the government to working order without the implementation of additional positions/bureaus/etc. I will seek to pull back on political debate and focus our forces on this task.

2.) Create a coalition with other individuals, regardless of their political party, that want to do the work in the above topic. Everyone understands that Talossa is currently in a rut when it comes to government activity. We need to reach across party lines and embrace each other if we want to restore Talossa to Her Grandeur.

3.) Implement processes and laws that hold people in power accountable for their (in)actions. This extends to The Crown. We need to ensure that the people in power want to be in power. We want to make sure that they will do what they say they will, or have to do. Tools need to be given to the Government, and Cosa, in order to make these things happen.



Regardless of who you vote for... I want to make sure you get out and vote! Vote for me, vote for Miestra, vote for the other MT (although I am the more cute option). Just vote!

[Françal Ian Lux]

And with that I'm closing the discussion. Voting & announcements to come soon!!

Good luck to our candidates!

[Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN]

Yeah, the results really should be published now, shouldn't they, Françal Ian Lux?

[Françal Ian Lux]

Nov 29, 2015 17:20:35 GMT -6 Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN said:

Yeah, the results really should be published now, shouldn't they, Françal Ian Lux ?

Of course! After a week of voting, I would like to congratulate and welcome Munditenens Tresplet as the new president of the Free Democrats of Talossa! I would also like to congratulate Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN as the new party secretary! I hope you do as all proud and continue the fight for liberalism and democracy in Talossa! Now as a wrap up, I would like to invite our new president to speak for the closing. 

[Chirbi Scherpa-Carriedo]

My apologies for barging in unnanounced, but has anyone been selected to represent Vuode?

[Munditenens Tresplet]

Nov 29, 2015 20:11:00 GMT -6 Françal Ian Lux said:

Nov 29, 2015 17:20:35 GMT -6 Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN said:

Yeah, the results really should be published now, shouldn't they, Françal Ian Lux ?

Of course! After a week of voting, I would like to congratulate and welcome Munditenens Tresplet as the new president of the Free Democrats of Talossa! I would also like to congratulate Miestrâ Schivâ, UrN as the new party secretary! I hope you do as all proud and continue the fight for liberalism and democracy in Talossa! Now as a wrap up, I would like to invite our new president to speak for the closing. 

Thank you for the introduction.

First off, let me say to whomever might continuing to be follow this seemingly infinitely running convention, don't you have anything better to do?

Second, there has been a noted lack of Manilow in this convention, and this disappoints me.



Seriously though, I am honored by the support of my fellow party members, and I thank them for putting their trust in my leadership over the two other fine, well qualified candidates.

However, a lot can take place in a month, and unfortunately, a situation involving a family member is and will continue to require most of my time, attention, and energy. I feel that it would be irresponsible to continue on leading this great party during an election year with my thoughts focused on something else. Therefore, today I officially announce my resignation as President of the Free Democrats of Talossa, to be effective upon the election of my successor in an extraordinary convention which will be announced in short measure.

My resignation has nothing to do with anything that is currently going on in the Cabinet or with our former coalition partner, the MRPT. I think it was unfortunate that the MRPT decided to pull their members out of the cabinet a month before the government's term ends, but they certainly have the right to do so, and I can understand and respect their position. During my campaign for Party President, I stated my desire to see a government that works for the people, without getting involved in partisan demagoguery which stalls projects and ruins relationships that may extend across aisles. I wanted to see a cabinet comprised of members from all the different parties, who would do their job and leave the politics to the Ziu. I wanted to enforce consequences against Cabinet members who go AWOL or fail to effectively do their job, not leave them in name only to abide by a quickly failing coalition agreement. Despite being forced to step aside due to my current personal circumstances, I still wish to see all these things accomplished, and I would urge my successor to work towards a similar goal.

With my resignation having been addressed, I suppose it is an opportune time to announce my intention to run for reelection as Senator of Maricopa. It may seem odd to some, but my desire to work for the people of Maricopa has always come first in whatever I've done in Talossa (the penguins might have something to say about this though), and my desire has yet to be quelled. Though my situation may mean I have less time to devote to the affairs of the Kingdom, I will continue to work just as hard as I've always done in the Senäts, and I believe my voting record has reflected this. If the people of Maricopa will elect a booze loving, Manilow blasting, sports fanatic again, I would make sure their voices continue to be heard loud and clear in the hallowed halls of the upper-house.

And with that, I officially declare this convention closed. An announcement on the dates, times, and location of the upcoming extraordinary convention is forthcoming.

[Breneir Itravilatx]

Dien, I send wishes for the health and wellness of you and your family. I hope that everything turns out well and good for you and your family. I wanted to also express my sadness at your departure as FreeDem leader and encourage the good citizens of Maricopa to return you to the Senats.