JCP Convention Summer 2010: 8/19 Endorsements posted

[Badger]

This probably isn't a good place to ask, but what the hell:

Could anyone explain to me the timing of the various elections we have here? I'd imagine it's organised so that we have something to do ever couple of months, but I'm not sure about the length of the terms since I'm fairly new to the whole Atlasia thing.

My vague understanding is that the Presidential elections are held every three/four months with Senate and state elections on a rotating basis every couple of months, but I dunno.

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

You're not alone in your confusion. I've been doing this for about a year, run in 4 regional and national elections, and so far the best I can figure is to watch the Voting Booth thread to know when to vote.

IMHO, Atlasia could really use a stickied thread listing the upcoming regional and national election dates for the coming year, plus a list of declared candidates for each office.

[Oakvale]

This probably isn't a good place to ask, but what the hell:

Could anyone explain to me the timing of the various elections we have here? I'd imagine it's organised so that we have something to do ever couple of months, but I'm not sure about the length of the terms since I'm fairly new to the whole Atlasia thing.

My vague understanding is that the Presidential elections are held every three/four months with Senate and state elections on a rotating basis every couple of months, but I dunno.

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

You're not alone in your confusion. I've been doing this for about a year, run in 4 regional and national elections, and so far the best I can figure is to watch the Voting Booth thread to know when to vote.

IMHO, Atlasia could really use a stickied thread listing the upcoming regional and national election dates for the coming year, plus a list of declared candidates for each office.

Exactly. I think there's possibly regional Senate elections this month, and the Presidential, but I'm going largely by the campaign threads.

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

That's not fair. I'm here for almost a year and I'm just some Lt. Governor

[Oakvale]

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

That's not fair. I'm here for almost a year and I'm just some Lt. Governor

I wouldn't worry, I'm sure you'd be a favourite candidate for the party's endorsment, as opposed to me.

[Meeker]

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

That's not fair. I'm here for almost a year and I'm just some Lt. Governor

I wouldn't worry, I'm sure you'd be a favourite candidate for the party's endorsment, as opposed to me.

No, I'd go with you pretty easily.

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

[/thinly disguised Senatorial ambitions ]

That's not fair. I'm here for almost a year and I'm just some Lt. Governor

I wouldn't worry, I'm sure you'd be a favourite candidate for the party's endorsment, as opposed to me.

You're better off. Pacific is easy.

[Fritz]

(sigh) No one has bothered to answer Oakvale's question.

Federal elections are held every two months, Oakvale.  The President and regional Senators are elected in February, June, and October.  The at-large Senators are elected in April, August, and December.

[Antonio the Sixth]

So when do we vote on endorsements (BTW, we're still in time to change the party's name, if anyone still cares) ?

[Oakvale]

(sigh) No one has bothered to answer Oakvale's question.

Federal elections are held every two months, Oakvale.  The President and regional Senators are elected in February, June, and October.  The at-large Senators are elected in April, August, and December.

Thanks.

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

So when do we vote on endorsements (BTW, we're still in time to change the party's name, if anyone still cares) ?

Every time we tried to change the name, it went to nothing, so I don't care anymore

[Hans-im-Glück]

Name Change :

Our name is a very good trademark in Atlasia. Only idiots would change a good trademark. Jesus Christ Party is not my favorite name, but it is funny (It is still a game here) and important is not the name, important for what kind of politics we stand. We are the biggest progressive party in Atlasia, no we are the only progressive Party in Atlasia and a name change can't make it better. A dog is a dog, even if you call him Cat.

[Badger]

So when do we vote on endorsements (BTW, we're still in time to change the party's name, if anyone still cares) ?

Every time we tried to change the name, it went to nothing, so I don't care anymore

^^^^ this.

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

So when do we vote on endorsements (BTW, we're still in time to change the party's name, if anyone still cares) ?

Every time we tried to change the name, it went to nothing, so I don't care anymore

^^^^ this.

Hans has made very valid point, btw. Trademark name we may not find perfect, but it's a trademark. Do we really want to become another desperate RPP, which changes it's name on weekly basis?

[Citizen (The) Doctor]

Is it possible for a member from another party to caucus with you guys? (I'm in the DA, considering moving to the JCP, but I decided to keep my party affiliation. /lieberman

Seriously though, I'm pretty new here and I don't know that much about the Atlasia thing (besides the location of the parties on the Political spectrum)

[bgwah]

Is it possible for a member from another party to caucus with you guys? (I'm in the DA, considering moving to the JCP, but I decided to keep my party affiliation. /lieberman

Seriously though, I'm pretty new here and I don't know that much about the Atlasia thing (besides the location of the parties on the Political spectrum)

You have to be a member to vote in the convention & party matters.

[Fritz]

Is it possible for a member from another party to caucus with you guys? (I'm in the DA, considering moving to the JCP, but I decided to keep my party affiliation. /lieberman

Seriously though, I'm pretty new here and I don't know that much about the Atlasia thing (besides the location of the parties on the Political spectrum)

You have to be a member to vote in the convention & party matters.

Join us!  Join us! 

[Badger]

Is it possible for a member from another party to caucus with you guys? (I'm in the DA, considering moving to the JCP, but I decided to keep my party affiliation. /lieberman

Seriously though, I'm pretty new here and I don't know that much about the Atlasia thing (besides the location of the parties on the Political spectrum)

You have to be a member to vote in the convention & party matters.

Join us!  Join us! 

^^^^ this.

[Fritz]

Is there a by-law that states the party must endorse party members first?  If so, I would like to move that be changed.  My specific concern is the Southeast Senate race.

Speaking of endorsements, shouldn't we get busy voting on those?

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

Is there a by-law that states the party must endorse party members first?  If so, I would like to move that be changed.  My specific concern is the Southeast Senate race.

Speaking of endorsements, shouldn't we get busy voting on those?

I don't know how it works, remember that during convention last year there was a vote if to endorse Yankee or Gporter (in other cases all JCP-ers get top preferences automatically).

Btw, we can just expell him and get rid of that troll problem

[Fritz]

*cough*

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

Anyway, I hope you all realize that onvention is hopelessly anemic and boring.

Let's do something

[bgwah]

I'll start endorsement voting tomorrow. It doesn't look like we have any other proposals to vote on, which I suppose is fine.

I notice we have candidates in all five regions! Cool. I think gporter is still technically a member of the JCP, at least.

[hawkeye59]

Well, It's time for endorsement voting.

[bgwah]

I don't suppose there is a pre-made ballot anywhere that includes Senate races?

[Purple State]

JCPers, fellow Atlasians and friends:

I stand before you on the eve of your endorsement vote for the presidency to ask that you lend myself and Marokai your first preference vote.

In the past I have rubbed sharp elbows with many of you and some of my policies may be more or less favorable to some in the party. Nevertheless, I ask that you not let my personality and my proposals stand in the way of what Marokai and I have to offer to the game. We are active and engaged citizens with one of the widest ranges of experience for a presidential ticket in Atlasian history. Between us, we have been elected to the federal and regional governments, we have served in the Cabinet and the Judiciary, and we have run a Constitutional Convention and a Wiki reform movement.

I promise that no matter what policy differences we may have, your concerns will be heard and taken into account if I am elected President. You are the largest and most diverse party, something that no one should or can ignore.

Thank you for your time. I would be happy to take any questions in this thread or by PM.