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[Speed of Sound]

AM bought by Atlasia World News

Since the papers been bought (finally), Im locking up this thread to be kept for historical purposes.


We had a good run, and garnerend about 3300 views, a very impressive number. We were the home of a revolution, and we are famous for polling.  I enjoyed serving you all, and I hope you enjoyed reading. I love you all, even Preston (usually ). This is the Atlasian Messenger, signing off.

Good night, and good luck.


(Sorry for being so dramatic, I had to )

[Speed of Sound]

Prez Election Results


Howdy gang! Miss us? I'll prolly forget about it afterthe election, but I figure the Atlasian Messenger can re-start for a little to keep results.




Ill keep major presidnetial updates, as well as eventually calling the election. No regionals though. Ill also update results as much as possible, though most of the evening tomorrow Ill be gone.

[Speed of Sound]

[Dr. Cynic]

Why not keep the paper going?... I'd be glad to commentate.

[Speed of Sound]

Why not keep the paper going?... I'd be glad to commentate.

We'll see how the election goes. Maybe I will keep it up.

[Speed of Sound]

[Speed of Sound]

Comorant Comorades Fight for Regional Recognition


Today, Lewis, citizen of the Midwest and supporter of the Comorant in its' bid to be Midwest Regional bird, began a campaign to challange the Midwest Governor-for-Life's decision to break a popular vote tie in last week's election. There has been no word from the Governor, but many supporters have rallied around Lewis, including VP-elect Jas. We will kep you updated on the situation.

Messenger Again Looking for Employees


CEO of the AM, Speed of Sound, has announced that he is looking to interview for some columnists. These writers will not write general news, but rather write specific themed columns.

Jas Already Delivering On Promises


In what is a very promising development, Jas is already beginning to outline one of what is sure to be many reforms to our current system. The VP-elect has decided to spread out his first reforms, tackling controversial issues, like Line-Item Vetoes, and very agreeable changes, like the Judicial Term Limit proposition. We will keep you updated on the progress of the Initiative, as well as the actions of the new Administration.

[Dr. Cynic]

I'm not much for writing straight news. I'd much rather stick to political commentary. However, we could compromise. You could assign me what issue or going-on you wanted me to commentate on.

[Speed of Sound]

BREAKING NEWS!


This just in! Governor ILV has just announced that he is rejecting and will reject any attempt to add the Comorant to the Midwest National Bird Slate.


EDIT (12:53 AM 6/27/07): The Atlasian Messenger, while on very good terms with the Governor, urges all citizens, both of Midwest citizenship and not, to message the Governor and tell him to allow the Comorant to join the ranks with the Cardinal as Midwest Regional Bird. (Sorry Gov'nr )


Check back to this post for any more news on this subject, as I will edit it in.

Also, I plan to use an edit in style for every article, so be sure to check back on current events often. (I will make new edits quite clear)

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Election Disagreements Finally Decided in the Courts, Not on the Battlefield

In the last few days, Atlasia had its normal wave of post election backlash. Something was different this time though: No bloodshed. Instead, those who had something to say did it with a lawyer, not a gun. Both the Midwest and the Pacific are facing lawsuits in the wake of the election's end, by Ernest and King respectively. We will keep you updated on both cases.

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Atlasian Messenger CEO Stays Up Too Late, Miscounts Votes


Apparently it was a tie. Im going to bed now.

[The Man From G.O.P.]

Keystone Phil Wins Special Election!

In what is a huge win for both the conservative movement and the newly formed ILAC, both of which KPhil is a member of, Keyston Phil has defeated True Democrat 13 to 12 in a runoff that happened this weekend. We will get comments from both candidates.

While that would be great, I believe it is currently a tie.

[Speed of Sound]

Fixed

[King]

We're ready to project Al Gore the winner in Florida!

[TheWildCard]

We're ready to project Al Gore the winner in Florida!

[Speed of Sound]

Hey now! Its mistakes like that that made this paper famous in the first place!

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This is absolutely correct. I will run again in October as a member of the Union Party which MAS also belongs to. I would like it if the Atlasian Messager would print a correction on this or I will bring them to court. Good day.
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Did anyone read the banner? Anyone? "The Atlasian Messenger, the news thats usually right most of the time" that was not a most of the time moment.

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Keystone Phil Wins Election, Paper Actually Right This Time

True Democrat conceded the Northeast senate seat to Keystone Phil today after the Supreme Court found that Defarge's vote for TD did not count, thus handing the election over to KPhil. The Conservative movement and the newly formed ILAC, both of which Phil is a member of, are both very pleased with the victory.

[Speed of Sound]

It's Time to Bury the Budget

Welcome, my friends, to The Speed of Sounds, the new editorial by Atlasian Messenger CEO and social activist Speed of Sound.


The senate has, in its many months as an institution, benefit this great nation with its better than expected effeciency, something that I have always taken pride in and still do (except for the Free Trade era ).

But one thing has sat in the shadows, taunting senators, economists and more for quite some time. The necessity for a new budget is not unkown, and yet every term it gets pushed aside for something more important (And I too am guilty of voting to table the budget as a senator). In fact, here's an interesting tidbit. The last time we passed a budget? Late 2005! So whats the point? Good question, because Im afraid I just dont have an answer. The budget at this point is nothing more than a tri-monthly blemish on the Atlasian Government.


And so today, I call upon the senate to finally pop this insufferable numeric pimple.

Senators! Give it up and remove that thing already!

[Colin]

social activist unemployed

I corrected your job title for you.

Really I fully agree with this and will support the Senate completely in any attempt to do away with the creation of and passing of a budget as part of Atlasian policymaking.

[Јas]

Good to see you back in business Speedy. I look forward to reading the AM's take on Atlasian affairs.

On the budget issue, I agree entirely. I have posted the following in the Senate Protest & Analysis Thread:

I have long been of the opinion that the budget is an unwarranted addition to Atlasian politics. Last November, I introduced a constitutional amendment to end the budgetary process which was eventually defeated by a minority of the people. Since then, no movement on passing a budget has been attempted. Though during the Presidential race certain candidates indicated their various wishes regarding the budget, nobody has shown any initiative to change anything.

A few days ago, the Senate voted to once again chose to effectively ignore the budget issue. The Budget thread has been open for some time now and no contributions, ideas or comments of any kind have been entered.

The Budget is a redundant process and I reccomend that it once again be put to the people that it is better removed rather than carry on a pretence that is is of relevance. I therefore ask any Senator who agrees with my position, to introduce the following amendment to the Senate for consideration.

End the Budget Amendment

That Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution be removed.

[Speed of Sound]

I appreciate your choice to move this to the senate floor greatly, sir.

[Speed of Sound]

Fairness to Office Holders is Freedom From Red Tape

Atlasia has evolved itself over time to meet new needs and take on new challenges. Unfortunately, small loopholes and nitpicking have left many unhappy with Atlasia, sometimes to the point of leaving. The nitpicking, while often correct, has been a serious issue that has left to inactivity issues and difficulty confirming election results without a bloodbath be it in the court or on the battlefield. This weekend, Atlasia has a great opportunity to get rid of at least some of that nasty red tape. All across the nation, pople will be voting on the Fairness to Office Holders amendment, recently passed by the senate. The amendment will effectively remove the requirement for office holders to make thier state of residence known at all times, the exact rule that was key in the DWTL witch hunt. I urge my readers to go out to the polls, and fry off some of that beureaucratic fat!

[Speed of Sound]

bumping article as voting continues.


I would also like to give thanks to the Midwest, Pacific, and Mideast for all but passing the amendment, and I hope to add the Southeast and Northeast to this list soon!

[The Man From G.O.P.]

Does the editor believe we sholuldn't know where our officeholders live?

[Speed of Sound]

Does the editor believe we sholuldn't know where our officeholders live?

I obviously support this measure, as most people will probably make where they live in the fantasy world known, and those who dont wont have to suffer the way DWTL did. Its just another way people who arent aware (AKA new people) or people who make one mistake and remove it by accident thrown out of office for political reasons. I dont like the option even being open, and therefore I support this amendment.