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« Reply #25 on: October 16, 2012, 03:49:00 PM »
Don't you think that full military sanctions on China hurts us in terms of economic cooperation on other issues, as well as damaging the trust that exists between us?  I see this as too strong of a measure.
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« Reply #26 on: October 22, 2012, 11:57:13 AM »
Sorry for the absence; I was unavailable.

Mr. Secretary, I need some strong justification for this step.  This is a huge move against an important ally, and I can't support it without a very good reason.
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« Reply #27 on: October 22, 2012, 08:21:20 PM »
I agree about Mexico, but I disagree about China.  I really need to see some hard evidence before I endorse this move.
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« Reply #28 on: October 28, 2012, 08:21:32 AM »
Gentlemen, we are now voting on whether the Senate should pass this FPR.  Please vote Aye, Nay, or Abstain.

Aye, with amendments to China and Mexico.
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« Reply #29 on: November 20, 2012, 09:39:53 AM »
Welcome new members!  Feel free to get settled, as we'll likely be tackling some trade agreements soon.  Until then y'all can move in to your offices.
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« Reply #30 on: November 29, 2012, 11:03:55 PM »
Quote from: Senator North Carolina Yankee on November 29, 2012, 09:43:29 PM
BEN IT DOESN"T TAKE NINE DAYS TO SETTLE INTO AN OFFICE, GOD DAMNIT!!! Angry Angry Angry

Nothing's going on, Yank.  As soon as the Trade Commission passes, we'll be starting there.
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« Reply #31 on: December 03, 2012, 12:16:17 AM »
I had a typed response, I guess it never posted.

An investigation will begin in the next day or so.  I'm entering finals time, so give us time to let this develop.
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« Reply #32 on: December 04, 2012, 04:15:18 PM »
I have ordered the SoEA to appear and explain his absence.  Hopefully he responds.
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« Reply #33 on: December 05, 2012, 05:00:50 PM »
The SoEA has until Friday before I introduce articles of impeachment.
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« Reply #34 on: December 07, 2012, 11:29:16 AM »
Well, the articles are introduced by my colleague.  It's a shame we've gotten to this stage; hopefully the NSC will be the committee to consider this.
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« Reply #35 on: December 07, 2012, 12:18:04 PM »
Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the impeachment hearings for SoEA Cynic.  Due to his prolonged absence, we are now in this unfortunate circumstance.

These are the official articles:
Quote from: Senator Snowstalker on December 07, 2012, 07:40:29 AM
Articles of Impeachment Against Secretary of External Affairs Dr. Cynic

I hereby introduce articles of impeachment against Secretary of External Affairs, Dr. Cynic, for failure to perform the duties required by his office.

Snowstalker, President Napoleon, and Cynic are called to testify.

Let it begin!
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« Reply #36 on: December 07, 2012, 12:52:04 PM »
Senator, have you contacted the President or the SoEA to get an account on his absence?
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« Reply #37 on: December 08, 2012, 05:01:21 PM »
Quote from: Senator Snowstalker on December 08, 2012, 02:37:16 PM
I am deeply disappointed that neither the President nor the Secretary have chosen to appear before this panel.

Disappointed, but not surprised.  The President has never been willing to work with the Committees that he ostensibly favored creating.
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« Reply #38 on: December 09, 2012, 09:25:37 AM »
Yes, he has been formally summoned by me in my capacity as Chairman.
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« Reply #39 on: December 11, 2012, 07:32:35 PM »
Mr. President, have you had any conversations with the SoEA in the last month?  Can you account for his absence?  Why has he not been fired?
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« Reply #40 on: December 11, 2012, 07:35:24 PM »
Have you begun searching for a replacement?
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« Reply #41 on: December 16, 2012, 02:01:33 PM »
Can you tell us when a replacement will be announced?
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« Reply #42 on: December 20, 2012, 01:35:46 PM »
Quote from: 웨스트 버지니아의 눈스토커 on December 17, 2012, 04:54:53 PM
Does the president have a choice, or at least a shortlist?
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« Reply #43 on: December 22, 2012, 02:43:23 PM »
Joyce, can you fill us in on the process?
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« Reply #44 on: December 22, 2012, 03:02:14 PM »
The application process.  Have you heard recently from the President?
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« Reply #45 on: December 22, 2012, 03:06:17 PM »
Well, since you've been appointed, let's transition to a confirmation hearing!

Can you tell us how you would respond to the current crisis in Mali?
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« Reply #46 on: December 23, 2012, 11:35:59 PM »
Joyce's amendment looks good to me.  He and I have always been of one mind in this regard, and I trust him.  I don't share Hagrid's concerns, especially because the GM already has final say with stories.
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« Reply #47 on: December 25, 2012, 02:58:58 PM »
Get in any final questions soon, and then we'll vote on confirming the nominee.
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« Reply #48 on: December 26, 2012, 06:53:44 PM »
We are no voting on whether or not to confirm the nominee.  Vote aye, nay, or abstain.

Aye
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« Reply #49 on: December 27, 2012, 07:42:25 PM »
Nix, I'd personally prefer Joyce's version, and intend to introduce that as an amendment when the bill hits the floor.
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