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[big][big][big]MARCH REGIONAL UPDATE
Issue 1[/big][/big][/big]

The following is a report composed by the Secretary of State of The Allied States.
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[big][big]General Election Results:[/big][/big]

[big]Senate:[/big]
Election Results:
Pepe Drakan (DSP-S) 14 Votes (13.6%) ELECTED
Zachary Drakan (I-S) 12 Votes (12.5%) ELECTED
Pletamia (UCP-W) 12 Votes (12.5%) ELECTED
Gen. Wildeboden (UCP-W) 10 Votes (10.4%) ELECTED
Mytzonia Drakan (DSP-HBE) 10 Votes (10.4%) ELECTED
RNS (DSP-W) 9 Votes (9.4%) ELECTED
Britarvia Wargrave (OP-W) 8 Votes (8.3%)
Obito Drakan (DSP-HBE) 7 Votes (7.3%)
Lewis and Daniel (OP-HBE) 7 Votes (7.3%)
Brick Wargrave (I-S) 6 Votes (6.3%)
Neill Wargrave (OP-HBE) 1 Vote (1%)

Chancellor:
Election Results:
Kastros Dakan (OP-HBE) 5 votes (55.6%) ELECTED
Regionia Wargrave (OP-S) 2 Votes (22.2)
Note: One Senator abstained and one was absent.

Senate Speaker:
Election Results:
Regionia Wargrave (OP-S) 1 Vote (50%) ELECTED
Kastros Dakan (OP-HBE) 1 Vote (50%) CONCEDED
Note: Kastros conceded after having won the Chancellery.
[table=3,The Government of The Allied States, 1]

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[big][big]The Cabinet[/big][/big]

Chancellor: Kastros Drakan (OP-HBE)
Vice Chancellor: Imperium (DSP-S)
Secretary of State: Kastros Drakan (OP-HBE)
Secretary of Interior: Lewis and Daniel (OP-HBE)
Secretary of Treasury: CDland (OP-S)
Secretary of Immigration: Zachary Drakan (I-S)
Secretary of Culture: Britarvia Wargrave (OP-S)

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[big][big]The Senate[/big][/big]

Speaker and Southern Senator: Regionia Wargrave (OP-S)
Speaker pro tempore: Mytzonia Drakan (DSP-HBE)
At-Large Senator: Pepe Drakan (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: RNS Drakan (DSP-W)
At-Large Senator: Pletamia (UCP-W)
At-Large Senator: Wildeboden (UCP-W)
At-Large Senator: Zachary Drakan (I-S)
Western Senator: CPSU (UCP)
Britannian Senator: Kastros Drakan (OP)
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[big][big]The Supreme Court[/big][/big]

Chief Justice: CDland (OP-S)
Associate Justice: Obito Drakan (DSP-HBE)
Associate Justice: RNS Drakan (DSP-W)

Brief Summary of the General Election

Senate
The Senate election saw 11 candidates fighting for 6 seats. The first candidate to announce was Brick Wargrave who put on a strong showing early on and was considered a lock for the Senate however he lost momentum as more and more candidates stepped forward and his campaign buried in the scramble. Zachary Drakan, RNS Drakan, and Obito Drakan ran for reelection. Zach and RNS won, however Obito narrowly lost due to being on vacation at the time. Pepe Drakan was elected after a one month break from the Senate and Chancellery and announced that this term would be his last in the region much to the dismay of his close friends. Mytzonia Drakan was elected after returning to the region after being gone for several months, he was highly endorsed and showing great promise in the State RP. Wildeboden ran with much support after becoming an active member of the region, this is his first term. Pletamia was also elected.

Chancellor
For the Chancellor election we saw the 3rd Chancellor Regionia Wargrave face off against incumbent Chancellor Kastros Drakan. Regionia campaigned hard and constantly, basing his campaign off of the Donald Trump campaign. He addressed every issue as it came up during the election, despite all of his effort he only received one endorsement. The incumbent put far less effort into his campaign, citing his previous term as proof that he was right for the job he jokingly called his campaign '2 K/\S 2 Furious'. He received nine endorsements from a wide range of people, including high profile members of the region, two of the four previous Chancellors, and many leaders from old TAR and old TAS. Kastros would go on to win by a sizable margin.

Speaker
The Speaker election saw far less excitement than the other two elections. Regionia announced his candidacy and also nominated Kastros, who accepted. Pepe Drakan announced his candidacy, however he dropped out before the election. Lastly, TNR Drakan ran as a protest candidate and was ineligible for the position. This left Regionia and Kastros competing in two election, Kastros would concede the Speaker election after having won the Chancellery.

[big][big]A LOOK INTO THE STATES[/big][/big]

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[big]DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF THE WEST[/big]

The West, under the iron and firm hand of our glorious Supreme President Pletamia, has continued to reach new heights and surpass the other states. We are closer than ever to creating a Worker's Paradise, all have food and all have shelter. The Marshal Pletamia of the People's Militia has revealed just how strong the West is by upgrading and expanding our military to be the best. Multiple Acts have been passed by the Supreme Soviet including the Thought Crime Act and the Draconian Law Act, all of which were authored by the Supreme Leader.

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[big]BUXTON[/big]

Buxton recently elected Keventle Wargrave as their governor after a hard fought election against Regionia Wargrave. Keventle founded the state all the way back in old TAS and seeks to repair Buxton and restore its reputation. Since the start of Keventle's term, sever bills have been proposed to the Buxton Congress. The Treason Act, proposed by CDland seeks to heavily punish and banish any would be traitors to Buxton which has been a problem in the past. The Embassy act, proposed by Governor Keventle seeks to establish an embassy system within Buxton in hopes of having better relations with the other states. There have been several other bills proposed, however are not of much worth and will likely have a minimal impact on the state. A new emphasis on the military with the Military Growth Campaign, state safety with the Treason and Immigration Acts, and map roleplay with the Buxton Map Reform legislation has placed a new focus on making Buxton the premier state in The Allied States.

[big]THE HOLY BRITANNIAN EMPIRE[/big]

A lot has been going on in the Empire. Myztonia Drakan was recently appointed Prime Executor by the Emperor, and is the third Prime Executor that the Empire has seen. Myztonia has in recent weeks been hailed as a great statesman for the Empire with the passage of his act the NE Corridor which sets the Empire up to have the best train system in the region. In addition the Empire has been revisiting its defenses and military and has taken new steps to strengthen and reform it. In addition reports go that Pendragon University, the only university that resides within a state, is going good with new works for its library and also a new student. Reports also indicate that the University is going to be working with outside companies in setting up new software to help the learning process.

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[big]ARCADIA[/big]

This state is currently inactive, its statehood is currently under debate with some saying that it should have never been granted statehood in the first place.
The Allied States Government Simulation (ASG)
The Allied States Government Simulation (ASG) is a simulation of the United States Government. In this simulation, players will be taking on the role of members of congress, the presidency, and the presidential cabinet and they will be interacting with the simulated RP World. Every player will control a member of the Allied States House of Representatives where all the major issues in the game will primarily be debated. Additionally there will also be a smaller, elected Senate. Finally, we have an elected President who will appoint a cabinet.

NWP-TAS Treaty
On July 24, 2014 then President Crescellia of The Allied Republics sent Delegate Lewis and Daniel to the New Warsaw Pact to negotiate a treaty. Talks lasted for a couple months before dying off for almost a year. In June 2015 talks started again, however suddenly stopped. Talks resumed again in December 2015 when Secretary of State Free States resumed talks with the NWP, great progress was made and a revised treaty drafted however talks died off yet again. On February 27, 2016 Chief Justice CDland, on behalf of Chancellor Kastros got the talks going again. Chancellor Kastros took over the talks on behalf of TAS and both sides accepted the treaty, it is currently in both region's Senates and is expected to pass and be ceremoniously signed soon.

Full NWP-TAS Treaty

A Treaty between New Warsaw Pact and The Allied States

Authored by Lewis and Daniel, Revised by Free States


January 2016

It is hereby formally announced that the regions, New Warsaw Pact and The Allied States, have joined into this partnership of friendship designed with the goal of promoting good-will, freedom, democracy, and peace to all nations that fall under their respective banners.

Article I

(1.) For this treaty to go into effect it must be ratified by both regions in what ever process is set forth by that region's laws, standards, and traditions.

(2.) This treaty shall also be ceremoniously signed by the Chancellor and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the New Warsaw Pact and the Secretary of State along with the Chancellor of The Allied States.
(a.) The treaty may additionally be signed by any other person who the above allow.

(3.) This treaty shall never have to be officially renewed, however both regions may see fit to come together again and reaffirm what is written here.

(4.) Should either region repeal this Treaty it shall be considered null and void all together.

(5.) This act may also be amended with the consent of the two regions.

Article II

(1.) The New Warsaw Pact (NWP) and The Allied States (TAS) do hereby announce that they are Allies to one another.

(2.) Peace shall be made between the regions and no invasion, raid, attack, or war may waged on the other. This is also states that no hostile preparations at the other will be made.

(3.) The two regions shall maintain NS Embassies with each other along with Forum Embassies.

(4.) Each region will accept visitors from the other region. In times of war, they may accept refuges from the other region.

(5.) The two regions may maintain separate militaries.

(6.) Both regions pledge defense to each other, should one be attack then they are both attack and will aid the other region as needed.

(7.) The regions may ask for support from each other in war, however it falls to the region's Commander-in-Chief as to whether they shall join them in the war. However it is suggested that they do.

Article III

(1.) Should a nation in either TAS or NWP break a condition set forth in this treaty they will be subject to a interregional trial.

(2.) This interregional trial shall take place in what ever region the defense chooses.

(3.) The interregional trial shall be made up of two justices. One justice shall be a representative of TAS and the other a representative of NWP.
(a.) Each region shall be allowed to choose their representative in what ever fashion they feel most appropriate

(4.) Should any investigation or prosecution be needed then both TAS and NWP shall put forward a representative for the job.
(a.) Each region shall be allowed to choose their representative in what ever fashion they feel most appropriate

(5.) Should the defense request a lawyer or want one, he may choose anyone in either region.
(a.) However they must be qualified to practice law if their home region's laws require it.

(6.) Should an ambassador from NWP to TAS, or from TAS to NWP. Commit a crime then their ambassadorship will be revoked and will be sent home to their home region.
(a.) If a serious crime is committed then the region in which the crime was committed may contact the other region to decide the proper course of action.

Thanks for the update! Sounds like there's a lot of political stuff going on inn The Allied States.

[big][big][big]APRIL REGIONAL UPDATE
Issue 1[/big][/big][/big]

The following is a report composed by the Secretary of State of The Allied States.
Please visit our forums here: http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/index/! We love to receive Ambassadors from other regions!
[big][big]Midterm Election Results:[/big][/big]

[big]Senate:[/big]
Western Election Results:
Britariva (RP) ELECTED UNOPPOSED

Southern Election Results:
Imperium (DSP) 3 Votes (50%)
Brick Alexander (I) 3 Votes (50%)

Run-off
Imperium (DSP) 4 Votes (57.1%) ELECTED
Brick Alexander (I) 3 Votes (42.9%)

Britannian Election Results:
Kastros Drakan (OP) 4 Votes (50%) ELECTED
Obito Drakan (RP) 3 Votes (37.5%) WITHDRAWN
John Elwin (OP) 1 (12.5%)

Chancellor:
Election Results:
John Elwin (OP-HBE) 5 votes (55.6%) ELECTED
Pepe Drakan (DSP-S) 2 Votes (22.2%)
Britarvia (RP-W) 0 Votes (0%) WITHDRAWN
Note: Mytzonia Drakan and Wildeboden were declared absent.

Senate Speaker:
Election Results:
Kastros Dakan (OP-HBE) 3 Votes (60%) ELECTED
Imperium (DSP-S) 2 Votes (40%)
Note: Pepe Drakan, RNS Drakan, Zachary Drakan, and Wildeboden were counted absent.
[table=3,The Government of The Allied States, 1]

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[big][big]The Cabinet[/big][/big]

Chancellor: John Elwin (OP-HBE)
Vice Chancellor: Britarvia (RP-W)
Secretary of State: Kastros Drakan (OP-HBE)
Secretary of Interior: Regionia (RP-W)
Secretary of Treasury: CDland (OP-S)
Secretary of Immigration: Imperium (DSP-S)
Secretary of Culture: Gregory Drakan (I-S)

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[big][big]The Senate[/big][/big]

Speaker : Kastros Drakan (OP-HBE)
Speaker pro tempore: Imperium (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: Pepe Drakan (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: RNS Drakan (DSP-W)
At-Large Senator: John Elwin (OP-HBE)
At-Large Senator: Wildeboden (I-W)
At-Large Senator: Mytzonia Drakan (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: Zachary Drakan (DSP-S)
Western Senator: Britarva (RP)
Southern Senator: Imperium (DSP)
Britannian Senator: Kastros Drakan (OP)
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[big][big]The Supreme Court[/big][/big]

Chief Justice: CDland (OP-S)
Associate Justice: Lewis vi Britannia (OP-HBE)
Associate Justice: Jack Dredd (RP-S)

Brief Summary of the Midterm Election

Senate
Starting off, the Western election would be nearly forgotten. Britarvia was the only one to run for the office and would win by default. The Southern election was very close as candidates Imperium and Brick Alexander were neck and neck. Imperium would win by just one vote in a run off. The Britannian election was another spectacle in its own. This election saw three candidates fighting for one seat. The candidates were Kastros, Obito, and John Elwin. John Elwin would be appointed to a senate seat prior to the election, however did not drop out. When it came to the election Kastros and Obito were tied, Obito decided to drop out leaving Kastros in the lead. It was then suggested that an unregistered candidate be entered in the race and the race went on past it's scheduled end. This was met with allegations of corruption and voter fraud which were met with fierce denial. Lewis and Daniel would step in and end the election declaring Kastros the winner.

Chancellor
With the incumbent Chancellor announcing that they would not be running for re-election the Chancellor race was left wide open. Three candidates stepped forward Britarvia, Pepe Drakan, and John Elwin. Britarvia ran for the first time in years seeking to win for the first time. Britarvia would drop out, citing that he would not have enough time for the position. Pepe Drakan sought to return to the Chancellery, however he faced stiff opposition due to his prior announcement that he would be leaving the region on April 16th. John Elwin had the ultimate opportunity as fate would have it as John Elwin would go on to be elected Chancellor.

Speaker
This election saw Incumbent Chancellor Kastros go up against Incumbent Vice Chancellor Imperium. Both candidates were given high praise for their ability to be a good speaker. Kastros would win this election narrowly, only having one more vote than Imperium. Kastros would appoint Imperum as Speaker pro tempore.

[big][big]A LOOK INTO THE STATES[/big][/big]

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[big]D.C. and The New California Republic[/big]

The District of the Capital is where the federal government is seated. It is not recognized as a state, but has the authority to protect itself, potentially institute self rule, and is a de facto meeting place for the states, which includes each state's official embassy within the Capital's territory.

As of late, D.C. has become more active, and a small sect of TAS members have pledged to defend it as the "Sovereign Military Order of Taylor Swift" (---Peace be upon her.) The Delegate was also delighted to find out he could call them the SMOOTS for short.

As a result of this new organization, the Delegate sent the Order to establish order in the Western capital as it broke into civil war. This lead to the creation of the New California Republic, the fourth state. The West is currently in talks with the NCR to absorb this new state, but it is yet unclear if those will succeed. Also very recently, the Capital created its Empire of Eight Minutes, in which it sent a single unarmed soldier to invade Maryland after it was discovered Maryland was completely defenseless. Within several minutes, forces from other areas within the state of Britannia began mobilizing, resulting in a panicked retreat for the Capital forces...er, force. In addition, a soldier from Britannia attempted to defecate upon the streets of the Capital. For his efforts, he was hanged and his body was left in the air for some time as an example to all people who poop on the Capital of The Allied States.

The Delegate by law resides there so as to not show favoritism to any state, though there are whispers of which states he doesn't like (hint: all of them).

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[big]DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF THE WEST[/big]

The Western regime underwent a series of coups in early April. The President and dictator of the West since over a year, Pletamia, took a two week leave of absence. The states of Buxton and the Holy Britannian Empire took advantage of the leave of absence to launch a war against the West to capture 6 states of the West's territory. Meanwhile, Keventle, a citizen and previous Governor of Buxton moved to the West to take advantage of the chaos of the joint invasion and to coup the regime. However, after just one day as the new dictator Keventle stepped down, citing a work opportunity and handed the leadership of the West to CDland, also a citizen of Buxton.

CDland moved to the West to assume command of the state and to adopt a new Constitution which called for a rotating dictatorship. Each leader of the West would have the ability to rename the state and its institutions and promulgate decrees. However, the dictator terms are just two weeks and cycle through a list composed of all citizens of the West that have resided in the state for 2 weeks and have made at least 100 posts.

President Pletamia has vowed to reclaim the state once he returns from his leave of absence. The new regime remains vulnerable to a counter-invasion from Pletamia because the County Empowerment Act passed by the Allied States Senate stipulates that troops may not be confiscated by state governments, rendering the new regime unable to confiscate Pletamia's Western troops.

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[big]BUXTON[/big]

The State of Buxton has seen some great growth since the charismatic and willing Governor, Greg Drakan, has taken the helm with the help and consult of powerless, yet influential "king" Imperium. The South, like the Holy Britannian Empire was part of the war against the west in the absence of their leader and also regained many territories thad once lost and some new ones. Buxton also saw an influx of new comers- among them Mytzonia Drakan, the previous Prime Executor of the HBE and Governor of Pennsylvania, who deflected from the HBE after disagreements with its leadership, who has since taken control of the Texan territory. Amongst the chaos however, Buxton wasted no time in expelling former governor of the state, Regionia by general referendum.

Internally, the state of Buxton is working on writing its own legal code, Louisiana and Texas counties are working on a Railroad which they hope they will be able to sell to the rest of the state, the Capital is being moved to King's Landing (Florida County), the military is strenghthing itself once again and there is talk of the development of a Southern University. The plans for which are not yet developed.

Buxton is focused on maintaining its relationship with the HBE and is hoping that CDland can act as a liaison on the South's behalf as he helps develop the Western Government. Buxton is closely watching.

[big]THE HOLY BRITANNIAN EMPIRE[/big]

The Holy Britannian Empire has been seeing some prosperity and celebration. With the rest war on the west they have gained new land and territories and have furthered their relations with Buxton and also with the New West in doing so. This helps to make the Empire much more connection after the big divide several months ago. Obito was once again appointed Prime Executor and won out against Regionia. However former Prime Executor Mytzonia left due to issues within the Empire.
The Emperor and the Prime Executor are also planning on holding a ball sometime within the month or early next. It is to celebrate many things including the Emperor's 6th year anniversary in NationStates and also his 6th month anniversary of his coronation. Guests from the other states will likely be invited to help further good will and interest in the Empire with its neighbors.
The Empire is also trying to further defend and protect States rights against the Federal Government, to varying degrees.
Obito and Kastros were both awarded the Order of Code Geass at the rank of Knight. They are the only two to have received this award.

Luckiest Man In TAS

John Elwin is the luckiest man in TAS. He joined the region on March 12th, 2016 after being away from NS for some time. Elwin came with a wealth of experience from is prior time in NS, mainly in the United Kingdom where he was Prime Minister and Chief Justice once. John Elwin was appointed to a vacant senate seat by Chancellor Kastros on March 23rd, 11 days after he had joined. He would run for Chancellor and win decisively against two long standing members of the region. It took John Elwin only 22 days to be elected Chancellor and reached the position in record time. His luck would not end there, in the first week NS would see a boom of newcomers from Imgur. Elwin capitalized on this opportunity by buying stamps and sending a flood of recruitment messages. TAS' NS population would grow by over 100 in a day reaching 300 nations for the first time. Only a few days later would the initial population be doubled by going from just under 200 nations to over 400 nations in less than a week putting TAS in the top 30 regions by population. One must wonder if this luck will continue and for how long. One thing is clear, John Elwin is the luckiest man in TAS.
Ambassadors Coming To Stay?

Are ambassadors coming to stay? Well it seems as though some are. In the past week TAS has seen more than one than one ambassador apply for citizenship. Solorni also known as Rach Queen of Balder applied for citizenship after being an ambassador for nearly three years. In her application she cited her love for the region and it's people as her reason for wanting to become a citizen. Her fans and friends within TAS were very happy to see that she had decided to become a citizen. William Kudrow of the United Kingdom has also applied for citizenship, he has been an ambassador for three months. He cited TAS' working economy as his reason for him applying for citizenship. TAS is more than happy to see it's incoming ambassadors stay, even if it's only for a while.
A message from the Chancellor.

Dear allies, friends and enemies (you know who you are),

I am glad you have taken time to read our update, please make sure you thank Kastros for delivering it as he has come a long way to do so, if you can refuel him with vodka and send him back that would be great. Upon my election I wanted to take TAS in an outward direction, so that more of NationStates could see the wonderful community that I am lucky to be a part of and this is what we shall be doing more of now. If you do think your region could work together with TAS to build up a friendship please drop our ambassador a message and we will have a conversation.

Cheers,

John Elwin

Most fascinating.

You might want to fix the formatting, though. Not all forums use Zetaboards-style bbcode.

Can't be arsed.

Thanks for the update.

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[big][big][big]MAY REGIONAL UPDATE[/big][/big][/big]

The following is a report composed by the Secretary of State of The Allied States.
Please visit our forums here: http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/index/! We love to receive Ambassadors from other regions!
[big][big]General Election Results:[/big][/big]

[big]Senate:[/big]
Election Results:
CDland (OP): 24 Votes (16.1%) ELECTED
Zachary Drakan (DSP): 23 Votes (15.4%) ELECTED
John Elwin (OP): 19 Votes (12.8%) ELECTED
Hunteiria D. (OP): 18 Votes (12.1%) ELECTED
Obito Drakan (RP): 15 Votes (10.1%) ELECTED
Scaperelli (I): 14 Votes (9.4%) ELECTED
Regionia (RP): 12 Votes (8.1%)
Wildeboden (I): 12 Votes (8.1%)
Brick Alexander (I): 9 Votes (6%)
Nosma (RP): 3 Votes (2%)

Chancellor:
Election Results:
John Elwin (OP): 7 Votes (77.8%) ELECTED
Regionia (RP) 2 Votes (22.2%)

Senate Speaker:
Election Results:
Imperium: 5 Votes (83.3%) ELECTED
Obito Drakan: 1 Vote (16.7%)

[table=3,The Government of The Allied States, 1]

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[big][big]The Cabinet[/big][/big]

Chancellor: John Elwin (OP-HBE)
Vice Chancellor: Gregory Drakan (I-S)
Secretary of State: Kastros Drakan (OP-HBE)
Secretary of Interior: Brick Alexander (I-HBE)
Secretary of Treasury: CDland (OP-S)
Secretary of Immigration: Rhein States (BP-HBE)
Secretary of Culture: Britarvia (BP-S)

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[big][big]The Senate[/big][/big]

Speaker : Imperium (DSP-S)
Speaker pro tempore: Zachary Drakan (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: CDland (OP-NCR)
At-Large Senator: Zachary Drakan (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: John Elwin (OP-HBE)
At-Large Senator: Hunteiria D. (OP-HBE)
At-Large Senator: Obito Drakan (RP-S)
At-Large Senator: Scaperelli (I-S)
Western Senator: Wildeboden (BP)
Southern Senator: Imperium (DSP)
Britannian Senator: Trook Washington  (RP)
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[big][big]The Supreme Court[/big][/big]

Chief Justice: RNS (I-NCR)
Associate Justice: Lewis vi Britannia (OP-HBE)
Associate Justice: Mytzonia Drakan (DPS-S)

Brief Summary of the General Election

Senate
This election saw 10 candidates competing for 6 seats. 9 of the 10 senators ran campaigns, CDland would be requested to run by a large portion of the region. CDland gave in to the request an would receive the most votes in the election, coming in first place. Zachary, Elwin, and Wildeboden would be the only candidates running for reelection with Zachary and Elwin winning, Wildeboden would be given the Western Senate Seat by then Senator Britarvia. Hunteiria and Obito would be elected after a brief break from the Senate. Newcomer Scaperelli impressed many with his fresh attitude and his new point of view. His focus on the economy helped him become the last Senator elected. Regionia would put on a strong campaign, racking up some support however he fell short of the mark by two votes. Brick Alexander put on yet another strong and detailed campaign where he would lay out his various positions and his reform ideas, despite this he would fail to be elected for the third election in a row. Nosma ran.

Chancellor
John Elwin would announce his intent to run for reelection early, racking up a few key endorsements. He would go unopposed until late in the cycle when newly elected Senator Obito would give up his seat to Senate Election loser Regionia so that he might run for Chancellor despite having just lost in the senate election. This move would be highly criticized by some and was a considered a subversion of democrat and the will of the people. There was some talk about the two candidates running the government together, however talks quickly broke down. Elwin would go on to win in a landslide, Regionia would quit the region for a few days before coming back.

Speaker
Imperium received near universal support in his bid for the Speaker position. Racking up a number of endorsements, including that of his predecessor. Obito would enter the race only for the sake of choice however he would vote for Imperium. Imperium would coast to victory, receiving a decisive majority.

[big][big]A LOOK INTO THE STATES[/big][/big]

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[big]D.C.[/big]

Two new neighborhoods have been built in the capital. Potomac Heights and Brightwood now give the residents of the capital a place to live among the hustle and bustle of the city. Not much else has been done in the capital because TNR 'doesn't give a fuck'.

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[big]NEW CALIFORNIA REPUBLIC[/big]

Since breaking free of the West, the New California Republic has conquered the West and reclaimed some of its former territory through diplomacy. The New California Republic now encompasses all of the regional western state; stretching from the great plains, over the Rockies, through the great Mojave, and touching the Pacific. The New California Republic has seen a fair amount of activity under it's President, Britarvia. The Army has been restored to its former glory and the Mojave Assembly has seen great activity almost rivaling the activity of the federal legislature. In all, the New California Republic has proven to be much more successful than its predecessor.
 

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[big]BUXTON[/big]

The state of Buxton had a mixed month. The state enjoyed a great influx of new citizens and activity from the existing citizens also saw an uptick. Things took a turn, however when Hunteiria, second in line to the Brittanian throne, wanted to escape the clutches of Emperor Lewis, and bring her precious county of Virginia with her to the South. The move sparked hysteria amongst the states and a massive arms race began. Both the South and the HBE began purchasing massive amounts of arms in order to secure their positions. The HBE however, having more wealthy citizens and better diplomatic connections with the new leader of California, was able to outmaneuver the Southern opposition. Threatened with the reality of having to face a two-front war, the South entered negotiations with the HBE and the New California Republic. The Southern leadership, not able to agree to the terms presented by the two other states, was forced to abdicate their claim that Virginia should be able to stay with the South per Princess Hunteiria's wishes. A non-aggression treaty, which was drafted by the HBE PE, Free States, was signed by the three states.

Internally, the state passed marriage laws, and also appointed Mytzonia Drakan the new Attorney General. The newly appointed AG was charged with creating a legal code for the state, which will be presented to the congress once the future of the State RP is determined and agreed upon by the relevant parties.

[big]THE HOLY BRITANNIAN EMPIRE[/big]

The Empire faced large challenges in this month and was seen as an aging state on terminal decline by its rivals. The rednecks sensing the opportunity tried to take counties with support of rebels but were quickly outmaneuvered on the diplomatic front with the West changing sides. Ultimately the crisis was solved with the HBE threatening to invade the South if it refused to back down, faced with an impossible military situation, the southern leadership had no choice but to drop their aggressive plans and recognize imperial superiority leading to a peaceful solution for the crisis.

On the internal front, the month saw a change of leadership with Prime Executor Free States returning to power, there were also new additions to the House of Lords and several immigrants joined the state which will hopefully allow for the development of internal politics in the future as state RP is further developed.

The Great Constitutional Amendment and Elections Change
A new constitution has passed and received near universal support. The goal of the new constitution was to reform the how the executive was elected and how the senate worked. The Allied States will be moving from a Parliamentary system to a Presidential system with direct elections. The Chancellor will no longer be required to be a senator. A bill passing around the same time called the 'Elections Act II' removed the state senate seat system, making all of the seats open to everyone.

Great Constitutional Amendment

5^th Senate,
1^st Session

[big][big][big]A. B3[/big][/big][/big]IN THE SENATE OF THE ALLIED STATES
February 27th, 2016

Senator Imperium of Buxton introduced the following bill in the Senate Debate Chamber.[big][big]AN ACT[/big][/big]

To Bring about a more perfect alliance through the implementation of a Presidential System

Be it enacted by the Senate of the Allied States,

Section 1. Title
This bill may be referred to as the "Great Constitution Amendment (2016) ".

Section 2. The new Constitution
(a) The Constitution of the Allied States will be replaced with the following:

New Constitution

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CONSTITUTION OF THE ALLIED STATES

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From time to time it behooves a community to come together and to reevaluate our ideals and our goals, to form a more perfect alliance, and to dispel any shadow of discord. Therefore we, the people of The Allied States, do resolve to institute this new government to our region, that we may more happily coexist.

Article One: The Nature of the Region
1a. The Allied States is a federal region, comprised of the greater Region, and those states as shall be apportioned by law.
1b. The States shall have self governance devolved unto them, and shall have jurisdiction within their forums to govern themselves as they see fit.
1c. The Federal Government shall have sole jurisdiction of the regional forums not governed directly by a State.
1d. The Federal Government may deem some of its laws to be of such importance that they must extend unto the states themselves.

Article Two: The Legislative Branch
2a. All regional legislative power shall be vested in the Allied States Senate, or else to the people through referenda.
2b. Senators shall serve for two months terms, unless they resign, are removed by legal means, or early elections called.
2c. The Senate shall have a twin election cycle of two sessions. The General Election shall begin a new Senate’s first session, and it’s second session shall occur after the midterms.
2d. - If early elections are called, then a General Election will be held and a new Senate constituted.

2e. The Senate may pass laws, ratify treaties, declare war, call referenda on the approval of laws, confirm Supreme Court nominations, and remove Justices by a simple majority of Senators present.
2f. The Senate may amend this Constitution, decide on the size of the Senate, make rules regarding replacement Senators, early elections, and the elections system, and call referenda on constitutional amendments by a 2/3 majority of all Senators present.
2g. The Senate may elect its officers and enact rules to govern the business of the legislative branch.


Article Three: The Executive Branch
3a. The Executive Branch shall be comprised of the ceremonial Delegate, the ceremonial Founder, and the Chancellor.
3b. The Chancellor shall be invested with all executive power to execute the laws passed by the senate, though the Chancellor may create departments and appoint citizens to their cabinet to assist them in this.
3c. The Chancellor shall be elected during the General Elections by direct voting, and must achieve 50% plus one vote to be elected. The Chancellor shall serve for a term of 2 months, but may not serve as a member of the Senate or of the Supreme Court.
3d. The Senate may impeach a Chancellor for dereliction of duty or some other egregious offence, requiring a ⅔ majority to impeach. If such an impeachment shall pass, there shall be an early General election called, to constitute a new Senate and elect a new Chancellor.

3e. The Chancellor shall have the power to appoint citizens to federal offices of the cabinet, and to nominate members of the Supreme Court. Supreme Court Nominees must be confirmed by the Senate, and every Chancellor may nominate an entire court upon assuming office, although the previous court may remain constituted at the Chancellor's will.
3f. The Chancellor may nominate a Vice Chancellor, to be confirmed by the Senate, who shall be in line for the Presidency should the Chancellor resign or fall inactive. The Vice Chancellor may also act as the Chair of the Senate when there are no officers of that body currently appointed or active.
3g. The Chancellor may issue pardons or commutations for any federal crime, excepting Treason or Posting Pornography.
3h. The Chancellor shall sign bills into law within 3 days of their being passed, or else shall veto them. The Chancellor's veto may be overturned by a ⅔ majority vote in the Senate. If the Chancellor shall veto a constitutional amendment, only a unanimous vote of the Senate shall overrule it. Bills that are not addressed within 3 days of their being handed to the Chancellor for signature shall pass into law unsigned.
3i. The Chancellor may create such executive orders as are necessary for the good governance of the region, these orders shall only last for the Chancellor's term and may not conflict with any other law. The orders shall have the force of law, but may be overturned by the Supreme Court, or by the objection of any 3 Senators, or 1/3 of the senate, whichever is less.
3j. The Chancellor shall sign any passed Treaties, subject to Senate ratification.

3k.The selection and term of the World Assembly Delegate shall be prescribed by law. Both the Founder and the Delegate shall have their powers and responsibilities prescribed to them by law.

Article Four: The Judiciary
4a. The Judicial Authority of the Allied States shall be vested in the Courts of the Allied States.
4b. The Judiciary shall be comprised of the Chief Justice and two Associate Justices, who shall be appointed by the Chancellor and Confirmed by the Senate.
4c. No Justice shall serve as Chancellor. Nor shall any Justice serve in the Cabinet or the Senate, except with the permission of 2/3 of the Senate.

4d. The Chief Justice shall administer the Courts of the Allied States.
4e. The Supreme Court shall convene on controversies arising under this Constitution and may declare acts of the government unconstitutional.
4f. Civil and Criminal Courts shall oversee non-constitutional matters and shall pass verdicts upon the facts and laws presented, within the principles of common law.
4g. Parties may appeal judgments where new and compelling information has come to light, or a breach of rights or court protocol occur.

Article Five: Rights of the People
5a. Nations naturalised through the process outlined by law shall be citizens.
5b. Citizens shall be liable for all actions taken within or affecting The Allied States.
5c. All citizens shall have the freedom of speech, press, religion, choice, and petition, although they shall be liable for any abuse of these rights.
5e. All citizens shall be permitted a fair and reasonably timed trial, including the rights to representation by a lawyer or themselves, and to due process of law. In the case of summary offences, no trial shall be given unless one is asked for.
5f. All citizens shall have the right to vote in elections and to run for office, unless disbarred by a court sentence.

Article Six: Powers of the People
6a. Citizens may call a referendum on bills, executive orders, and bill proposals by having 1/3 of active citizens sign and submit a petition to the courts, or 2/5 of the population in the case of constitutional amendments.
6b. Polls for referenda shall be started within a period of 1 week after being confirmed by the courts.
6c. A General Referendum, overseen by the courts shall require a 3/5 vote in favour to pass or a 3/4 vote for constitutional amendments.
6d. The citizens may recall any elected official by popular referendum as mandated by law, with such a recall vote being triggered when at least 40% of active citizens call for it.

Article Seven: Execution of this Constitution

7a. This Constitution is Self Executing. This Constitution, and the laws of the Allied States made pursuant to it, shall be the supreme law of the region.
 

Section 3. Implementation
(a) Laws passed under the old system shall persist insofar as they do not contradict the new constitution
(b) This Constitution shall take effect with the General Election of the Sixth Senate, when the first Chancellor of the new system shall be elected. The General Election of the Sixth Senate shall occur at the end of the first session of the Fifth Senate.
(c) At this General Election of the Sixth Senate, the entire Senate shall be reconstituted, with all Senators being elected. Those Senators that do least well shall serve only a term of one month, in order to establish the General Election/Midterm cycle.


Aye: Obito, Zach, John Elwin, CDland, Imperium, Kastros, Scaperelli, Hunteiria
Nay:
Abstain:
Not Present: Wildeboden

Elections Act II

5^th Senate,
1^st Session

[big][big][big]A. B9[/big][/big][/big]IN THE SENATE OF THE ALLIED STATES
May 6, 2016

Mr. Free States of the Holy Britannian Empire introduced the following bill in the Citizens' Town Hall.[big][big]AN ACT[/big][/big]

To Re-Establish the Regional Elections System

Be it enacted by the Senate of the Allied States,

Section 1: Distribution of Seats
1a. The Senate shall have 9 seats.
1b. In the general elections, 5 senators will be elected, in the mid-terms there shall be 4 seats at stake.

Section 2: Senate Elections
2a. The elections system will be based on first past the post.
2b. No candidate running for chancellor shall be included in the poll for the senate.
2c. Each citizen shall receive a number of votes equal to the number of seats available in the election.
2d. The candidates receiving the most votes shall be elected, until all the seats available have been filled.
2e. A 24 hour runoff shall be conducted to resolve tied votes where they would affect the candidate elected to the Senate.

Section 3: Chancellor Elections
3a. The elections will be realized with a two round system.
3b. In the first round, all candidates will be included in the poll with each citizen having one vote.
3c. If any candidate achieves a 50%+1 majority, that candidate will be considered the winner.
3d. Should no candidate achieve 50%+1 in the first round, a second poll should be started with the 2 most voted candidates.
3e. Any ties shall be decided with a 24 hour tiebreaker poll.

Section 4: Recalls
4a. Should a process of recall be triggered, a 5 day registration and campaign period will be allowed.
4b. At the end of registration, voters will be faced with 2 polls. First, a poll asking whether the government official should be recalled or not. And a second poll choosing the replacement if the vote for recall is successful.
4c. In the recall of a senator, the replacement will be picked through first past the post.
4d. For chancellors, the replacement will need a 50%+1 majority, if not, a second round will be done with the 2 most voted candidates.

Section 5: Guidelines
5a. Early elections for all seats and the chancellery can be called by the Senate with a 2/3 supermajority or by the people with the signature of at least 2/3rd of active citizens. If early elections are called, they should be held within 10 days with at least 5 days for registration.
5b. The executive is responsible for handling and deciding the date of the elections, it has to be announced 10 days before the polls are opened. General elections shall happen every 60 days with a margin of 7 days and the mid-terms will happen 30 days after the general election, also with a margin of 7 days. Early elections shall reset the cycle.
5c. Registration shall be opened 5 days before the polls are opened, but campaigns can start before that period. When registration closes, the polls start.
5d. The ballot shall follow an alphabetical order and the party must come after the name of the candidate.
5e. All election, referendum and recall voting will be realized through forum polls.
5f. The polls shall last at least 48 hours and can last no longer than 72 hours.

Section 6: Special Elections
6a. In the first general election or in an early general election, all nine senate seats will be contested. The 4 candidates that do least well will face reelection at the next mid-term.
6b. The date for the first election under the new constitution shall be set by the executive and should happen 30 days after the past general elections with a margin of 7 days.


Aye: Imperium, Zachary, CDland, Kastros, Wildeboden, Hunteiria, Obito
Nay:
Abstain

Winds of Change
Comings and goings have are a part of life in NS, when regions get older some cherished members leave and some return. Two high-profile departures have happened recently. Pepe Drakan retired from NationStates last month, Pepe was a valued member of the froums and was a forum administrator. Pepe did just about everything there is in TAS from being a two time Chancellor, being a senator for months on end, and even a Hall of Famer. Keventle also retired from NationStates last month citing this his work in the real world had taken off. Keventle, bounced between being inactive and active but had most recently revitalized his home state of Buxton. With these departures, TAS has seen more than a few high profile returns. Free States has returned after a 3 month sabbatical from NationStates. Since returning, FS has returned to his Admin duties and has returned to the Prime Executor position in the HBE. Former Vice President Cashew has returned after a lengthy period of inactivity and has since become royalty within the HBE. CTI majority owner and founder Crescellia has also returned to being active. Crescellia is a former President, Senator, and Chief Justice. Most recently, Trook Washington has returned after a two year absence from the region Trook was a highly valued and very dependable member of the region he was the longest serving Secretary of the Interior in The Allied Republics. Since returning, Trook has replaced a signing senator and working on several legislative ideas.

A Senate Reborn
With the latest general election seeing several senate regulars returning and a new bight-eyed and bushy tailed face, a breath of fresh air has blown into the senate. Speaker Imperium has made use of the bill numbering system and has diligently kept track of the the bills being presented and their current status. This action has been highly praised and has made keeping track of bills much easier for the senators. 14 bills have been presented to the senate in a short period of time. Debate on these bills picked up significantly compared to the previous senate terms. 10 of the 14 bills have passed the senate, bringing much needed change to the region.

Thanks for the update!

Any time!

[big]JUNE DISPATCH[/big]

The following is a report composed by the Secretary of State of The Allied States.
Please visit our forums here: http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/index/! We love to receive Ambassadors from other regions!

The new Secretary of State is The Rhein States, if I am not posting this, Hello!

I am going to do things a little bit different then my predecessors. All regions shall now receive 2 updates per month from our region, 1 election update and 1 general update that will discuss the states and 1 or 2 other things from our region. This to increase our activity in our embassies.

Secondly, I am committed to do more state visits. We want to build a more solid Foreign Affairs policy and show ourselfs as a committed friend to all our embassy regions. If you are interested in visiting us, please post your interest in your embassy or contact The Rhein States via NS or on the forums via PM.

GENERAL ELECTION RESULTS:

Senate:
SERVING A TWO MONTH TERM
CDland - Republican Party - New California Republic 23 (11%)
Scaperelli - Otaku Party - South 21 (10%)
Gregory Drakan - Independent - South 19 (9.1%)
The Rhein States - Broletarian Party - New California Republic 19 (9.1%)
Imperium - Death to Sanity Party - South 18 (8.6%)

SERVING A ONE MONTH TERM
Brick Alexander - Independent - Holy Britannian Empire 16 (7.7%)
Pepe Drakan - Republican Party - Holy Britannian Empire 15 (7.2%)
Northern Timpetotia - Independent - Holy Britannian Empire 13 (6.2%)
Hunteiria D.- Otaku Party - Holy Britannian Empire 13 (6.2%)

LOST OR RESIGNED
TNR Drakan - Death to Sanity Party - District of the Capital 14 (6.7%) (RESIGNED)
Nosma - Republican Party - South 11 (5.3%)
Materia-Collectus - Otaku Party - Holy Britannian Empire 10 (4.8%)
Wildeboden - Broletarian Party - New California Republic 9 (4.3%)
Tyfan Unon - Republican Party - Holy Britannian Empire 8 (3.8%)


SENATE SPEAKER ELECTIONS


CHANCELLOR ELECTIONS
ROUND 1
Regionia Drakan - Independent - South 11 (33.3%)
RNS - Independent - New California Republic 13 (39.4%)
Trook Washington - Independent - Holy Britannian Empire 9 (27.3%)

Total Turnout: 33

Therefore, Regionia Drakan and RNS will process to a run-off as neither achieved 50% plus one vote to win.

RUN-OFF
RNS - Independent - West 15 (53.6%)
Regionia Drakan - Independent - South 13 (46.4%)

The Cabinet Chancellor: RNS (I-W) Vice Chancellor: CDland (RP-W) Secretary of State: Rhein States (I-W) Secretary of Interior: Zachary Drakan (I-S) Secretary of Treasury: Scaperelli (OP-HBE) Secretary of Culture: Gregory Drakan (I-S)

The Senate Speaker : Scaperelli (OP-HBE) Speaker pro tempore: Rhein States (I-W) At-Large Senator: CDland (RP-W) At-Large Senator: Scaperelli (OP-HBE) At-Large Senator: Gregory Drakan (I-S) At-Large Senator: Rhein States (I-W) At-Large Senator: Imperium (DSP-S) Senator: Brick Alexander (I-HBE) Senator: Pepe Drakan (RP-HBE) Senator:Hunteiria D. (OP-S) Senator: Timpetotia (I-DC)

The Supreme Court Chief Justice: Imperium (DSP-S) Associate Justice: Pepe Drakan (RP-HBE) Associate Justice: Space Drakan (I-W)

Brief summary of the General Elections

Senate
This elections saw 14 candidates competing for 9 seats, 5 serving a two month term and 4 serving a one month term. 12 out of 14 ran a campaign. This campaign saw some interesting slogans being used: "Brick Alexander / A Step Up For The Allied States", "You're going to LOVE ME" (Hunteiria), and my favourite, "TNR Drakan for Senate: Fuck You". A lot of the senators did not run again: Zachary Drakan, John Elwin, Obito, Kastros and Britarvia. This gave rise to some newcomers (people who served once a while back but weren't in the senate this time): Gergory Drakan, The Rhein States, Pepe Drakan, Brick Alexander and Northern Timpetotia. The new senate is a..., a..., eclectic bunch.

Chancellor
Our Chancellor John Elwin left without notice just a week or 2 after the elections. He clearly did not intend to run for reelection . 3 candidates ran for the elections: Regionia, RNS and Trook. Also these elections where a bit eclectic. Regionia ran under the slogan "Make the Allied States Great Again!" and with pictures from Donald Trump. Regionia promised to simplify the departments, establishing jury courts, implementing the State Economic RP (also know as The Shitshow) and invest in recruitment. RNS rand under the slogan "Cultural Revolution". He promised to remove PPP (pay per post), Summer games, stamp recruitment and jobs as a replacement to PPP. Trook, a real dinosaur in TAS, ran under the slogan "Back to Basics". Trook wanted to bring back the families (did you wonder why there are so many drakans?), support businesses and bring in recruitment stamps.

The elections where very interesting. Trook could convince 27.3% of the voters which is 6% short of 1/3 (2 votes). After the elections Trook held a concession speech where he acknowledged defeat and endorsed candidate Regionia.

During the run-offs the votes remained 12-12 for Regionia and RNS a very long time. Eventually, RNS won with 15 against 13 from Regionia. This is Regionia's second defeat after last months elections where he lost from John. The endorsement from Trook could not make a difference.

Senate speaker
The race for senate speaker was not very exicting, I am just going to be blunt here. Imperium withdrew as candidate after his appointment as chief justice. Scaperelli automatically became the senate speaker and he assigned Rhein States as the speaker pro tempore.

THE STATES

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New Californian Republic	Buxton	Holy Britannian Empire
President: Britarvia Prime Minister: Space Drakan	Governor: Obito Drakan	Emperor: Lewis and Daniel

The New Californian Republic has changed its government type from a 'Presidential' to a 'Semi-Presidential' System. In this system the president will be a lifetime position, making this system not much different then that of the Holy Britanian Empire. Britarvia will therefore remain the supreme leader of the NCR and, basically, has full control over the region. Some new members have joined the NCR which makes the region a bit more populated but activity still lacks. The Mojave Assembly has chosen to build a wall with the South in order to keep the rednecks out.

Gregory Drakan did not run for reelection and Obito was the only candidate, so Obito it is. Buxton has seen a mixed month with both people leaving and joining. Scaperelli left for the HBE while Timpetotia joined after leaving the HBE. Buxton also had conflicts with the NCR concerning the wall. The conflict rose so high that it war was imminent but mainly the members of Buxton where fed up by the continous bitching of president Britarvia. The last law that passed was the "Commemorating Imperium Act"

Due to Imperium's gracious donation of $70,000 to Buxton's military campaign we have greatly expanded our security and prevention of any attacks. He has rid the region of Reg. and supported this state since day one. In light of his superior actions, I hereby ask the Congress of Buxton to commemorate Imperium directly with the: Outstanding Citizen Award

The HBE and the South settled their conflict over disputed states. Kentucky, Virginia and West-Virginia are given back to the South. Kastros left our region. He was a valuable member of the HBE, he will be missed.


Okay, sad for the flag of Buxton but this seems better to look at.

Greetings,

The Rhein States
Secretary of State

Nosma Washington
Undersecretary of State

Thanks for the update!

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[big][big]July Midterm Update[/big][/big]

[/big][big][big]Secretary of State Address[/big][/big]Greetings,

My name is Pepe Drakan and I am the newly appointed Secretary of State. I wish to thank Rhein States, for his service as the previous secretary. Rhein made great progress, something the new State Department wishes to continue. In an effort to expand foreign communications, the State Department has taken numerous steps to create an informative, and unique dispatch. This has been the efforts of nearly 3 weeks of investigative work, long meetings, and actual writing. I hope you enjoy the efforts of the State Department, and I look forward to your responses.

Best Wishes,

Pepe Drakan
[small]Secretary of State[/small]

[big][big]July Midterm Results[/big][/big][/font][table=2,July Midterm Senate Elections, 1]

Main Senate Election

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Senate Run-Offs

[/color][c]Pepe Drakan (I-Buxton): 15 Votes (23.4%) [ELECTED]
Monico (PP-HBE): 14 Votes (21.9%) [ELECTED]
Regionia Drakan (RP-Buxton): 9 Votes (14.1%) [ELECTED]
Nosma Washington (PP-Buxton): 8 Votes (12.5%) [RUNOFF]
Commune Citizen (PP-NCR): 8 Votes (12.5%) [RUNOFF]
Timpetotia (I-Buxton): 6 Votes (9.4%)
Ankshara (RP-HBE): 4 Votes (6.3%)

[c]Nosma Washington (PP-Buxton): 10 Votes (62.5%) [ELECTED]
Commune Citizen (PP-NCR): 6 Votes (37.5%)

The story of the July Midterms was the rise of the progressive party, in an albeit impact-less way.  The downward projectile of importance for political parties in The Allied States has been apparent for nearly a year now. After the return of former WA Delegate Monico, the Progressive Party was formed. The party was based on progressive ideals, such as donor reform, the creation of committees for forum design, and the creation of an economic safety net for "financially struggling" citizens. While the majority of the region seemed unimpressed, a number of newer members of the region jumped at the chance of joining the party. This set the stage for 2 members of the Progressive Party (Monico and Nosma Washington) to get elected.

The secondary story of the election was the lack of major names running. Following the election of 5 of the most active citizen of the region during the general election, the number of remaining active and willing candidates slimmed drastically down. Former Chancellor Pepe Drakan ran as the incumbent senator, meanwhile Former Chancellor Regionia ran for the chance to become Speaker. Both former Chancellors got elected to the Senate, rounding our the rest of the 4 newly elected senators.

[big][big]Allied Games This Weekend[/big][/big]

This Article is Brought to You by TwentyUno, The Presenting Sponsor of the Allied Games.

The biggest party of the summer kicks off this Sunday, July 17th! The first annual, Allied Games will place the states, and international teams from foreign regions against each other in various competitions for supremacy. Each team (Either a State or a Foreign Region) will have its citizens compete in various competions, attempting to earn points from placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.  The winning team will win the Shane Golden Cup, the highest honor in The Allied States history! Regions should stay tune for official invitations for the competition.
[big][big]Allied States Government Update[/big][/big]Following the disappearance of Rhein States and the Mid-Term elections , the following is the updated regional government.

[table=3,The Government of The Allied States, 1]

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[big][big]The Cabinet[/big][/big]

Chancellor: RNS (PP-W)
Vice Chancellor: CDland (PP-W)
Secretary of State: Pepe Drakan (I-S)
Secretary of Interior: Zachary Drakan (I-S)
Secretary of Treasury: Scaperelli (PP-HBE)
Secretary of Culture: Gregory Drakan (I-S)

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[big][big]The Senate[/big][/big]

Speaker : Monico (PP-HBE)
Speaker pro tempore: CDLand (PP-W)
At-Large Senator: Scaperelli Washington (PP-W)
At-Large Senator:  Pletamia (UCP-W)
At-Large Senator: Gregory Drakan (I-S)
At-Large Senator: Imperium (DSP-S)
At-Large Senator: Pepe Drakan (I-S)
Southern Senator: Regionia Drakan (RP-S)
Britannian Senator: Nosma Washington (PP-S)
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[big][big]The Supreme Court[/big][/big]

Chief Justice:  Imperium (DSP-S)
Associate Justice: Pepe Drakan (I-S)
Associate Justice: Space Drakan (I-W)


[big][big]States Government Updates[/big][/big][table=3,States Government Updates, 1]

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[big]SOCIALIST DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE WEST[/big]

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[big]THE HOLY BRITANNIAN EMPIRE[/big]

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[big]THE STATE OF BUXTON[/big]

[c]The People of the West, fed up with the Capitalism and Imperialism of the old NCR regime, staged a people's revolution led by the vanguard of the Western Peoples Party. The old leadership of the NCR was executed and after a completely democratic meeting of the Mojave Assembly, overseen by the Western Peoples Party, a new constitution was invoked to give the power back to the people.

The recently instated El Presidente, Pletamia, appointed a new Chairman of the Politburo, Space. Not much time had elapsed since the Coup, so no official foreign policy or new laws have been instated by the regime just yet.[c]After a period of inactivity, the House of Commons finally saw some action with the passage of several new laws including measures that have restricted gun rights with the establishment of gun free zones and new taxes on firearms, as well as establishing a state pension system funded with a flat income tax. Labor rights have also been expanded with the passage of the Fair Labor Act that determined minimum standards.

And the first imperial succession happened with Emperor Lewis abdicating the throne triggering a short succession crisis with two competing claims, ultimately the dispute was settled with Emperor Scaperelli securing the crown and starting his new reign. Shortly after the decision, new elections for Prime Executor have been started. [c]
While Buxton maintains the highest population within The Allied States, Buxton too took a small hit of activity this past month as the region has been on a relatively slow course over the past 3-4 weeks. That being said however, things seem to be back on the upswing again as new bills are hitting the floor for voting, and more citizens are returning to take part in southern festivities. Governor Obito still has plans to keep his promise of having future activities and miniature role plays within the state of Buxton, and will be proposing more ideas for statemembers to take part in, after waiting for region-wide activity to pick back up again.

Governor Obito did make one small adjustment to the state, and that is officially renaming the state to its common well known nickname of Buxton. Along with that, Buxton is also active in the Capital District's meetings regarding Western transfer of power, and the fight for Emperor of the Holy Britannian Empire.
[big][big]Editorials[/big][/big]The State Department of The Allied States DOES NOT endorse the subject matters and opinions stated in the following articles.

[big]PPP and Why the Government Wants to Abolish It[/big]
Written by Nosma Washington  and Pepe Drakan

Pay Per Post (PPP) is one of the most controversial topics in The Allied States. It has been around since the beginning of The Allied States. PPP is an economic mechism, in which everytime a new post or topic is created by a citizen, they receive the automatic payment of anyway from $5 Allied Dollars to $10 Allied Dollars.

There has been an effort in the Senate and the Citizens Town hall to get rid of policy. The disadvantages of PPP is that banks do not make profit from loans, which in turn hurts the business. Also, PPP favors people who prefer to post instead of people who work for the government or other businesses. Lastly, the economy could fall apart with the mass inflation caused by PPP.

Should Pay Per Post Be Removed

• The government would have to increase the number of high paying jobs.
• There would be less money circulating in the economy, therefore people are less likely to spend.

The bill to abolish Pay Per Post is now on the Chancellor's desk. It is now up to the chancellor to sign or veto the bill. This bill could very well, decide the fate of the economy.

[big][big]In Conclusion[/big][/big]The State Departments hopes that you enjoyed the July Midterm Dispatch. Should any questions arrise concerning the content in this dispatch, feel free to seek out your ambassador who will be happy to help.

Best Wishes,

Pepe Drakan
[small]Secretary of The Allied States
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Nosma Washington
[small]Undersecretary of The Allied States[/small]

[big][big]Advertisement: Allied Games 2016[/big][/big]
The Biggest Party of the Summer kicks off Sunday, July 17th!

Official Update from the State Department

To ensure full preparation and issuing for VISAS for the games, the opening ceremonies have been pushed back to tomorrow, Monday July 18th @ Noon Eastern, 9am Pacific, 5pm UK.

A second update will be sent a little later today, with full details in terms of VISAS, plus special information for Foreign Leadership in regards to a special event for them.

Best Wishes,
Pepe Drakan
Secretary of State and Immigration, The Allied States

[big][big][big]The Allied States Cordially Invites You and Your Region to The Allied Games 2016 [/big][/big][/big]
Monday, July 17th to Sunday, July 24th

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Allied Games 2016 is a week-long, Olympic style event held at The Allied States forum. Participates of the Games can register to represent their respective region during the games in nearly a dozen schedule events. Points will be awarded to both individuals and regions as competitors receive Gold (1st Place), Silver (2nd Place) and Bronze (3rd Place) in the events they decided to participate in. Additionally, a whole week of special events such as the Allied Games Convention, Allied Games Leadership Summit, and more will be taking place! We hope to see you there! Please take the time to read the VISA program requirements, along with general information and scheduling for the games.

See You Soon,

Pepe Drakan
Commissioner of The Allied Games, Secretary of State/Immigration of The Allied States

[big]How Do I Attend?[/big]
Firstly, you must create a forum account at The Allied States Forum. You can do so here: http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/index/

Secondly, in order to ensure a fluid and flawless games, we are asking all foreign attendees of the games to sign up for an Allied Games Visa. Please take the time to read the following details concerning the VISA, along with special instructions for foreign leaders and ambassadors.

If you are not a citizen of The Allied States, or an ambassador from a foreign region who has previously received an Ambassador VISA; then you MUST apply for an Allied Games VISA. In order to do so, please go to this link ONCE you have created an account on the TAS forum. http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/topic/11713833/1/?x=0#post8846832

[big]The Application will ask you for an invitation Code, your region's invitation code is APWH
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IF you already have an ambassador VISA (with the Ambassador grouping on your profile): You do not need to apply for an Allied Games VISA. We just ask you to post on the VISA topic to tell us that you intend to participate in the games .
[big]What will take place at the games?[/b][/big]
During the games, over a dozen events will be scheduled out during the course of the week. A full schedule can be viewed here:  http://w11.zetaboards.com/Allied_Republics/topic/11713907/1/#new . Some key dates to remember will include:

• Sun. July 17 - Registration for Events Begins
• Mon. July 18 - Opening Ceremonies @ Noon Eastern / 9am Pacific / 5pm UK
• Tues. July 19- Allied Games Summit for Foreign Leadership
• Sun. July 24- Awards of Excellence/Closing Ceremonies @ Time TBD

[big]ATTENTION Foreign Leaders and Ministers: [/big]
The Chancellor of The Allied States, RNS along with Secretary of State Pepe Drakan will be hosting the first annual, Allied Games Summit. Any Head of State and/or Government, along with Foreign Ministers/Secretaries of State are invited to join the Chancellor and Secretary to discuss relations between all of our regions. This joint "State Visit/ Informal Meeting" shall allow for an unprecedented access for all regions to discuss matters jointly.

If you are interested in attending the Allied Games Summit, please either send a message to this account on this forum, or send a telegram to the MMS Nations nation in NationStates. You will need to provide a list of the delegation from your region that plans to attend this close door summit.

Once you do so, a special Leadership Invitation Code will be given to you. This code must be included in your VISA application, for you to be given the viewing access to the summit.
[big]What if I wish to attend but don't wish to participate in the games?[/big]
Don't worry, we have plenty of activities planned just for you! While the games take place, a simultaneous AGX (Allied Games) Convention will take place. A wide variety of activities will be held.  From LIVE broadcasts and interviews, to panels concerning topics in regards to NS matters, to discussion on everything ranging from Trump to Pokemon Go, to just plain out spam games! Plus, we will launch a live radio station, Allied Games Radio; where you can listen to the official soundtrack of The Allied Games, in addition to interviews and more! Plus, our presenting sponsor TwentyUno, will host special content; such as a debate between the TAS Speaker of the Senate and the TAS Secretary of State! So if you don't find something that interests you in the actual games, surely you will find something during the Convention!
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The entire Allied States can't wait to welcome your entire region to the Allied Games 2016! We hope you see you soon for the biggest party of the summer!

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