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Ladies, and Gentlemen, today, the sinister dagger of terrorism fell again, this time on the city of London, in the heart of Great Britain. I wish to offer the condolences of the Atlasian people to the Londoners and the British people.

At this time, the we stand together with our British allies, arm in arm, should to shoulder against the terror of fundamentalists. We shall not yield to the terrorists, and we will end their threat to our societies.

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In accordance with the Voting System Reform Bill I would like to announce my selections, approved by the PPT to the commission, Governor Wildcard and Vice President Emsworth. With my appointments announced, I hope the commission can begin its work promptly.

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Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my distinct pleasure today to announce my appointment to the Atlasian Supreme Court.

This man has worked long and hard to perfect the Republic of Atlasia, and few here can claim a more through understanding of the laws of this land, and its Constitution. I am pleased to announce that the next member of the Supreme Court shall be none other than Mr. Peter Bell.

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I would like officially like to announce my appointment of Sam Spade as GM. I ask that after approval, he takes the office at his leisure.

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Ladies and Gentlemen, today it is my distinct priviledge to announce my selections for the offices of Secretary of Defence and for Attorney General. It is my great honour to announce my selection of John F. Kennedy to be the Attorney General, and Ben Meyers to serve as Secretary of Defence. It is my sincere hope that the Senate will have a productive confirmation process with the two candidates and they will quickly be accepted as the latest members of the Cabinet.

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It's a sad day to see you leave the Senate Sam. You were one of Atlasia's greatest Senators and a hell of a good man to work with. I wish you the best of luck in the new GM position.

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I would like to make it clear to the people of Atlasia that I stand shoulder to shoulder with Secretary of Forum Affairs Ilikeverin, and that I deeply hope that we will weather this storm.

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Stand ready for the State of the Forum address...

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State of the Forum

My fellow Atlasians, it is my great honour to come before you today, and inform you of the State of the Forum.

Atlasians have finally escaped the grips of economic recessions. As the tide of the economy shifts once again, we can see prosperity again in our time. I would like to pass on my personal thanks to Secretary of the Treasury, Supersoulty for his fine work in bringing back the stability that benefits all our people.

While the economy is still reviving, I would like to remind the legislators of this country to be mindful of their spending, and the delicate nature of the budget. Fiscal responsibility should be a top priority, and spending our way into chronic deficit will neither aid the state, nor the people. With that in mind, I wish to bring the Senate’s, and citizens’ attention to pressing matters of national concern.

In the autumn of 2001, Atlasian forces, along with other nations around the world united under a banner of liberation and freedom and toppled the defunct government of the Taliban. We promised to bring justice and democracy in the people of Afghanistan, and I am here tonight to say that we are not fulfilling our promise.

Outside of the central provinces, and near the capital control of Afghanistan, in part is still under the authority of local warlords. Afghanistan’s second largest city, Kandahar is not under the control of the rightful Kabul government, but instead under the boot of corrupt local dictators.

As of 0520 hours, local time, with consultation with other coalition governments, elements of the coalition forces aiding the Kabul government in maintaining democracy struck out against those that do not want the previous anarchic systems of Afghanistan to come to an end. The offensive is minor, and will restore Kandahar to order.

I call on the Senate not to forget Atlasia’s promises to the people of Afghanistan and properly supply men, material, and finance the just cause in the heart of Central Asia.

Domestically, I would like the Senate to take the critical step in continuing the process of creating a green economy for our Republic. I ask that we continue to subsidize efforts within industry, and personal living. We owe the children of Atlasia a future not marred with smog filled skies, oily water, and coal streaked buildings.

Humanity has stood on this earth less than 0.000375% of the time of its existence, and in that time, beyond any creature we have changed it, affecting the lives of millions of species and billions, if not trillions of lives.

We must end the cycles of discovery, burning, and waste. Renewable sources, or more permanent sources of energy are needed not only for a viable long-term economy, but a long-term civilization. If we hope to continue as a people, we must advance the green economy.

Finally, I would like to apologize for my neglect of the Office of the Presidency. I cannot lay blame on anything, or anyone but myself, and for that I apologize to the citizens, and I hope that from now on I can better serve you, and the Republic.

Thank you, and good day.

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I would like to welcome the new Senate and wish them the best of luck in the new session, and I look forward to working with the members of the Senate.

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Mr. President, please, you must take a more active role in dealing with the government.  Esspecially the New Orleans crisis.

He should wait for Sam to take over as GM, so we know exactly what the situation is.  Until the GM says it happenned, it didn't happen.

Exactly. My hands are tied. I haven't seen the Southeast Governor making any grand declarations.

We're in a differnet world essentially, the economy was in a down turn, so that may mean less people got out alright, or since we better funded relief programs and Army Corps of Engineers, maybe there wasn't.

This is a natural disaster, FEMA has been sent in along with the military, and aid is on its way. I don't want to go touring the area, because I think flying around in a helicopter over the decimated French Quarter isn't the best response.

Once we're given the disaster, as in the GM announces it, we can begin to address it. If it is the will of the people to act without the GM then yes, I encourage the immediate passing of a relief bill, and following that a comprehensive bill to rebuild the Gulf Coast.

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Well, this just adds further complications to the mix.

Well, I suppose then it would be necessary to do the following.

One, we shall nationalize the Southeast National Guard.

Two, using militia and regular units secure areas of concern.

Three, after securing the area, using Navy, Army, and Goast Guard helicopters, trucks, and buses (some civilian) evacuate the city of New Orleans, and aid others in getting out of the Gulf Coast regions affected.

Four, Immediately dispatch the Army Corps of Engineers, following the armed forces to provide emergency power, repair levees and drain the city.

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Good morning ladies and gentlemen, yesterday hurricane Katrina visited terrible destruction on our Gulf Coast in perhaps the worse disaster, natural or man-made in our country's history.

In response to this disaster, I have declared the states of Alabama, Louisana and Mississippi within the Southeast Region disaster areas. Given the uncertainty of the Governorship of the Southeast, I have taken the decision to federalize the Southeastern National Guard.

At this time, approximately 56000 Guardsmen, women and regular soldiers are making their way to the devastated coast.

Following them are the Coast Guards, and Airforces helicopters and convoys, to provide emergency evacuation of the survivors, supplies to those at the Superdome and Convention centre and evacuation.

The plan at the moment is to bring in supplies through the convoys, and bring people out once empty. Busses are being gather from across the country. Private donations of busses from companies such as Grayhound are much appreciated. School busses are being rounded up to aid in the evacuation.

Also entering the city is the Army Engineering Corps, they will be principally focused in New Orleans, but will also be around the coast to clear roads and do repairs. In New Orleans they will repair levees and the river guards, restablish power, and drain the great southern city on the Bayou.

I also ask the Senate to do the following, provide immediate funding for the relief effort, and secondarily provide legislation for a plan so that this may never happen again.

Our hearts and prayers go to our brothers and sisters on the Gulf Coast, help is on the way. Thank you.

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Executive Order to Secretary of Forum Affairs

It is the desire of this office that you do not delete the registration of any citizen at the request of certain parties at this time.

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I would like to announce at this time that the strategic reserve will be partially opened for the benefit of the people of Atlasia in the face of increasing oil and gas prices. I would like to encourage the business community to begin to the construction of additional refineries, or expand existing capacity to ease the pains the economy has been suffering due to oil bottlenecks.

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10 million barrels has been released.

Also, on Monday, I'm going to be touring the devastated Gulf Region from Alabama to Louisiana, the delay was not because of inaction, but because I didn't want to interfere with initial rescue operations. I'll be going in with minimal security as to reduce my impact.

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The September State of the Forum address will be given shortly.

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Yes, I intend to fill the spots, the problem is with election season looming and the end of my term swiftly approaching candidates are quite unwilling to make themselves available.

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It is my honour to have secured former Northeast Governor MAS to be my nominee for the Secretary of Defence. At this time, the search for an Attorney General is continuing.

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Third State of the Forum Address

This will be my third, and final State of the Forum Address. I’d like to first state it has been my distinct honour and privilege to serve Atlasia since July and I’d now like to take this opportunity to make my final recommendations to the people, and representatives of Atlasia.

Over the past four months the Senate has moved to be fiscally responsible, to which I strongly approve. However, I would like to warn the Senate, that over the past few months, and years the government of Atlasia has entered certain agreements, and began certain policies that will engender great costs to our Republic. We should not be chained to the cross of fiscal responsibility, particularly now as our country suffers through war, and domestic disaster. Running a deficit should not be a concern as we have soldiers in danger, and the rebuilding of New Orleans has not begun in earnest.

This weekend the Iraqi people have voted on their constitution, and at this moment the votes are being counted, and soon we will know whether our attempts to democratize that nation have succeeded. It is my hope that with a permanent government of Iraq in place by 2006, our troops will be able to come home soon. Of course, we should not just decide immediately to withdraw, we should take a slower more concerted effort to see how this new nation among the world develops.

Seeing as this will be my last address as President, I would like to speak on the election of the next President.

Much, in every presidential election is made of the role of President, and reforming it to a more active post. While many would complain about my level of activity, particularly in legislation and debate, I don’t think there is a problem. It has always been my philosophy, that the Senate should have the ultimate right to design and implement laws, and my only responsibility is to veto laws that in my opinion would damage the country, and all other laws, even though the may go against my personal political beliefs, are passed by the Senate, and by extension the people.

Many speak of the Presidency as if it were broken, as if our whole system is somehow not working and that it has all gone terribly wrong. It is my opinion that the role of the President is merely to ensure that the Senate remains on course and that no extreme or radical action is taken under his or her watch. I believe I did this.

I would like to thank the men who were members of this executive; I think that this administration may have seen the best collection of individuals in our Republic’s history. I am very proud to have led this government. In particular I’d like to thank Vice President Emsworth, who has been extremely effective in as a leader, and done excellent work with the Senate. 

I don’t yet know what my legacy will be. Regardless if I am viewed as one of the worst, or best Presidents is no longer a great concern, I am merely grateful I had an opportunity to serve. Thank you all, and good night. 

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As my last full day in office, I would like to thank those who have stood with me through thick and thin, and congradulate, and wish the best of luck to the next President.

Now if you excuse me, I have to back my bags, and register for PBrunsel's Former President's club.

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Under New Management

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