Hamilton for Lieutenant Governor of the Pacific

[Alexander Hamilton]

Over the week, there have been many false claims raised regarding my candidacy. I'd like to take the time to clear things up officially, and reach out to voters who may be undecided or considering another candidate.

My opponent seems to think that because of my party, I can not be a true progressive candidate. This is a ridiculous claim. Party membership is not an ideology. Zell Miller may be a Democrat, but is he a liberal? I have proposed numerous progressive policies during my campaign, have voiced positions in the Senate that were dismissed by the right, and pledge to truly represent the electorate of the Pacific.

There have been claims that I am trying to radically change the Pacific's electorate into a  right-wing bastion. This is false. My recruits have been socially liberal, as is our region's proud reputation. I have made numerous attempts to gain input from across the aisle, and generally am glad to work with members of any party. I have not advocated implementing any kind of Religious Right policies, nor would I ever vote for such.

I denounce these untruthful claims raised by my opponent's campaign.

I'd like to point out to everyone that Ebowed's candidacy is based wholly on his "experience." But what does that "experience" entail? The most catastrophically horrible GM Atlasia has experienced, including bringing up constitutionality questions when the Senate attempted to remove him from this position. Even after being asked by bgwah to step down, Ebowed wasn't ready to go. He didn't want to give Atlasians a chance to have a GM that could fulfill duties, and refused to perform the duties required of him. We cannot let him do this to our region.

What does Ebowed want to be Lieutenant Governor for? He has attacked me numerous times, yet hasn't specified any reasons to vote for him besides "not being Hamilton." I know that the Jesus Christ Party has many good members, and I think that in the end, they will see that Ebowed is not one of them. All Ebowed has going for him is his party and his "experience" and mischaracterizations of my candidacy.

I stand here today to urge all citizens of this great region to support my candidacy, to vote for the new, not the old. To vote for a job well done, rather than a job not done. To vote for the truth, not dishonesty. To vote for a fresh look on Atlasia, not someone who's already made it to the Presidency and for some reason he hasn't yet stated, wants to serve in an entry level position. Vote for Hamilton. Thank you!

[Alexander Hamilton]

The most catastrophically horrible GM Atlasia has experienced, including bringing up constitutionality questions when the Senate attempted to remove him from this position.

I won that lawsuit.  And it was entirely within my rights to sue.  I think even Purple State would agree with that.

Even after being asked by bgwah to step down, Ebowed wasn't ready to go.

That is outright false, but either way, I stepped down as soon as the court case was resolved.

Yes but the fact is, you ended up in that position in the first place.

[Alexander Hamilton]

You're comparing yourself to Zell Miller now? The man who challenges people to duels on national television? I can see why so many people are flocking to your campaign!

Although the more I think about it you really are a lot like Zell Miller. You're both angry, you're both uninformed and you're both, ultimately, irrelevant.

I am not saying I am like Zell Miller on a political or personal level. But do you judge the Democrats based on Zell Miller? Do you judge him based on Democrats? I would hope not. Please let's be civil and respectful, Meeker. You are a forum veteran and I don't believe I have earned your dislike.

[Alexander Hamilton]

There are some in this race who have settled for running a pathetic, dirty smear campaign. I pressure all of my supporters to not give in to temptation. Please stay positive and focused on election time. These petty insults and smear tactics will not impact the election in their favor.

These acts are no more respectable than the so-called "Birther" movement or those who called Obama a closet Muslim. We must reject this style of politics at all cost.

[Alexander Hamilton]

The Ebowed "Experience"

Throughout this campaign, former GM Ebowed has consistently touted his experience and history in Atlasia as the basis of campaign. But what exactly is this "experience"?

Ebowed was the George W. Bush of Atlasian GMs. Terribly incompetent, astonishingly pompous, and felt he was entitled. He lacked the decency of Brandon H, who stepped aside when he realized he could not perform his duties. The Senate, including the infamously non-confrontational Purple State, motioned for the instant removal of Ebowed.

Ebowed has been illegitimately questioning the ethics of myself. But where are Ebowed's ethics? As President pro tempore, he faced an attempted vote of no confidence based on unethical and illegal actions on his part. Ebowed has been consistently criticized for violating constitutional procedure in attempt to settle personal matters.

We've all "experienced" Ebowed. He has failed many times over. I trust the Pacific voters to care about this region as much as I do and not vote in Ebowed to do the same to our region as he did to his other offices.

Vote for change, vote for independence, vote for Hamilton!

[Alexander Hamilton]

Your pathetic smear campaign will not get very far, Mr. Hamilton.

This is no smear. I am just allowing the voters to see your record of other offices. Do you want to contest anything I just said in the above post?

[Alexander Hamilton]

Do you want to contest anything I just said in the above post?

I do not address the specific allegations of infamously unreliable political hacks.

Because you have no viable argument against anything I stated. You again resort to name-calling rather than addressing the allegations of your decidedly horrible record.

[Alexander Hamilton]

Yay! Vote for indepence!

Sorry for the joke.

Seriously, the actions of somebody in the RPP transformed that race in a divisive and partisan race. That will hurt you, since I don't believe than you will have any JCP votes. Perhaps realistidealist.

Anyways, Pacific won't vote for irresponsible economic policies who helps only rich people.

Nor will I. I think I have clearly stated which side of the political spectrum I represent. Even Marokai has agreed with me on economic issues.

[Alexander Hamilton]

Yay! Vote for indepence!

Sorry for the joke.

Seriously, the actions of somebody in the RPP transformed that race in a divisive and partisan race. That will hurt you, since I don't believe than you will have any JCP votes. Perhaps realistidealist.

Anyways, Pacific won't vote for irresponsible economic policies who helps only rich people.

Nor will I. I think I have clearly stated which side of the political spectrum I represent. Even Marokai has agreed with me on economic issues.

Marokai has not agreed with the sales tax ban, especially because we already have a sales tax ban on food and groceries items. Most of the rest are expensive and luxury items who should be taxed.

That's not true. Poorer people need to be able to purchase household appliances, automobiles, call phones, PCs, and everything. Sales tax makes it that much harder, and also forces them to settle for lower quality products once they do come up with the extra percentage points.

[Alexander Hamilton]

rather than addressing the allegations of your decidedly horrible record.

Except my record is not horrible.

A constitutional crisis occurred because of your inability to fulfill obligations to Atlasia. Not exactly A GOOD RECORD.

[Alexander Hamilton]

Yay! Vote for indepence!

Sorry for the joke.

Seriously, the actions of somebody in the RPP transformed that race in a divisive and partisan race. That will hurt you, since I don't believe than you will have any JCP votes. Perhaps realistidealist.

Anyways, Pacific won't vote for irresponsible economic policies who helps only rich people.

Nor will I. I think I have clearly stated which side of the political spectrum I represent. Even Marokai has agreed with me on economic issues.

Marokai has not agreed with the sales tax ban, especially because we already have a sales tax ban on food and groceries items. Most of the rest are expensive and luxury items who should be taxed.

That's not true. Poorer people need to be able to purchase household appliances, automobiles, call phones, PCs, and everything. Sales tax makes it that much harder, and also forces them to settle for lower quality products once they do come up with the extra percentage points.

And yachts, expensive cars and 1,000? clothes should not be taxed.

We should reimburse the sales tax to the person if the person has a too low income, though.

Well this is the kind of debate I want to see on bills. New ideas about how we can help those in the Pacific who are less well off.

[Alexander Hamilton]

A constitutional crisis occurred because of your inability to fulfill obligations to Atlasia. Not exactly A GOOD RECORD.

Are you disagreeing with the Supreme Court's acceptance of my lawsuit?

No. I just think it's utterly pathetic that the entire situation had to take place. A respectable person like Brandon H would just step aside in the first place. Before Senate action, before constitutional crises, before court cases.

[Alexander Hamilton]

No. I just think it's utterly pathetic that the entire situation had to take place. A respectable person like Brandon H would just step aside in the first place. Before Senate action, before constitutional crises, before court cases.

I was planning to step down anyway.  I remained as GM through the court case so that I would have the grounds to file the suit.

List of incompetent schmucks who took too long to step down:

Dennis Hastert
Donald Rumsfeld
Ebowed

[Alexander Hamilton]

hey why are you insulting others when you need to make a name for yourself??

Because Ebowed and Meeker have been running a smear campaign and I have decided that if they are going to attack me, I will remind voters of Ebowed's record. It's not very pretty.

[Alexander Hamilton]

All things considered, the campaign you are I am running is very inflammatory.

Fixed.

[Alexander Hamilton]

hey why are you insulting others when you need to make a name for yourself??

Because Ebowed and Meeker have been running a smear campaign and I have decided that if they are going to attack me, I will remind voters of Ebowed's record. It's not very pretty.

look i know you think being rude is how you get a spot. but it really isn't. Quite frankly i would have given you my vote had you not been mean/rude at all.

I haven't been rude, merely honest. Ebowed and Meeker have been attacking me and smearing me but don't want to debate real issues like Ebowed's tenure as GM or PPT. Both positions were regarded as failures. I'm not spreading lies to try and win.

[Alexander Hamilton]

hey why are you insulting others when you need to make a name for yourself??

Because Ebowed and Meeker have been running a smear campaign and I have decided that if they are going to attack me, I will remind voters of Ebowed's record. It's not very pretty.

look i know you think being rude is how you get a spot. but it really isn't. Quite frankly i would have given you my vote had you not been mean/rude at all.

I haven't been rude, merely honest. Ebowed and Meeker have been attacking me and smearing me but don't want to debate real issues like Ebowed's tenure as GM or PPT. Both positions were regarded as failures. I'm not spreading lies to try and win.

ok fair enough. lay out your plan for me to see.

I promote an agenda of fiscal fairness- reforming tax codes to benefit the working class, balancing the budget as to not waste our tax dollars on loan interest, and fair trade. I promote an agenda of environmental caution- resolving the dangerous bee crisis, preserving the Pacific’s beautiful natural landscapes, and strengthening recycling requirements. I promote an agenda of education reform- working on behalf of our students' best interests, including advocating for year-round schooling and more advanced course options and vocational training. I promote an agenda of good government- that our elected and appointed officials have a distinct responsibility to serve citizens and perform given duties at expectations. I have been a true voice for progress among Atlasians.

What you get from a Hamilton candidacy is a forward-thinking administration and common-sense solutions to the critical problems we face today.

[Alexander Hamilton]

What will you do about the bee crisis?

Ban certain pesticides, provide additional funding for beekeepers, penalize heavily anyone caught destroying colonies, etc.

[Alexander Hamilton]

What will you do about the bee crisis?

Ban certain pesticides, provide additional funding for beekeepers, penalize heavily anyone caught destroying colonies, etc.

ok.
and education?

Charter schools, year-round schools, vocational training, more advanced course offerings, more electives and arts classes for cultured Atlasians, as well as more efficient funding mandates.

[Alexander Hamilton]

What will you do about the bee crisis?

Ban certain pesticides, provide additional funding for beekeepers, penalize heavily anyone caught destroying colonies, etc.

ok.
and education?

Charter schools, year-round schools, vocational training, more advanced course offerings, more electives and arts classes for cultured Atlasians, as well as more efficient funding mandates.

will there be music in schools as well?

Yes, included in what I refer to as "arts." Sorry I didn't specify.

[Alexander Hamilton]

PUBLIC STATEMENT REGARDING JCP CONVENTION

As we all know, the Jesus Christ Party Convention is ongoing. On the ballot of particular note, is a request to change the name of the party. I personally like the name Jesus Christ Party. I think the light-hearted irony mixed with the strong history and hard work of bgwah leaves a legacy that might be undone should an official name change be brought about. I know there are many in both parties that agree with my position on this matter. For the people that happen to find the name silly- would you really be happier being referred to as the Liberal Left Party?

[Alexander Hamilton]

I would prefer another name, but where it gets difficult is the hundreds and hundreds of Wiki pages that some of us will have to update because of this.

Haha it took long enough to update the RPP membership.

[Alexander Hamilton]

PUBLIC STATEMENT REGARDING GM NOMINATION

I'd like to sincerely congratulate Senator Purple State for earning this nomination. He has been incredibly active, made good use of reason, and most important of all, maintains an impartial attitude towards good governance in Atlasia, preferring to see a good game rather than a good party. I'd also like to note my appreciation of Brandon H's resignation. It takes strength and leadership to be able to admit one's shortcoming. Brandon H was well-qualified, but he was in the wrong place at the wrong time. I doubt any of us will hold it against him, for he did the right thing. Purple State, you have my full confidence for this position.

[Alexander Hamilton]

In the end the JCP is up in arms because bgwah wanted to stack the Midwest to take me down in October. Now he really can't fully do that with a bunch of new RPP members in the Pacific.

Read the Atlasia pages, you've had that seat for 4 years now?

Four months I believe.

[Alexander Hamilton]

UPDATE!

Something to Think About

I entered this race to pursue a noble cause- removing the inequities of one-party domination and bring change to the Pacific. When we started this campaign, I didn't believe that I would have a chance. Not because of my views, but because of my party. I think I can safely say that this belief is long gone out the window. You have proven to me that many Pacific citizens are ready to embrace a new voice in the region.

The election is what we have to look forward to. I am certain that together we can make a difference in this region. It's time we stand up and say no to those who want to tear down volunteering, to those who who make false charges.

Four months ago we had this:

I'm not sure why you'd expect anyone to run, the Pacific is dominated by the JCP afterall.

Today we have this:

NWA July/August Election Tracker

Pacific Lt. Gubernatorial Election (TOSSUP)
OPEN (Lt. Governor Alcon)
Alexander Hamilton
Fmr. President Ebowed

I appreciate the support I have received so far, and hope those still undecided will join me in bringing reform to the region.

Hamilton.