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« on: September 09, 2021, 06:17:36 PM »

I would like to ask the nominee's position on Israel and Palestine. Pending election results from the GM, we do not yet know who the Israeli Prime Minister is. However, I would like to know your general attitude regarding this conflict, if you support an independent Palestine, and if you and the administration would endorse a Senate resolution recognizing Palestinian statehood.
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« Reply #1 on: September 09, 2021, 06:24:39 PM »

Point of inquiry to anyone who would know or remember: where does Atlasia currently stand in regard to Iraq and Afghanistan? I don't recall this ever being addressed post-reset, but if we are still at war in these countries, we absolutely need to deliberate safe and responsible withdrawal, in conjunction with our NATO allies, and a functioning State Department would be key to that.
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« Reply #2 on: September 09, 2021, 08:45:11 PM »

Another question for the nominee: has the nominee and the administration discussed our policy towards Guantanamo Bay? If confirmed, will you prioritize normalizing relations with Cuba and closing the prison if not fully relinquishing the territory to the Cuban government?
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« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2021, 12:20:55 AM »

Urgent matters for the nominee to react to; Israel has reelected Prime Minister Gantz and China looks poised to invade Taiwan.

The Citizen’s Dispatch
Volume VIII Part 1


China poised for war as world awaits Atlasian reaction


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A blockade has been established around Taiwan as Chinese ships have taken control of the waters around the island free from Atlasian influence, and military analysts are considering a land invasion "likely" within the next few weeks. However, many say that gauging initial reactions from the Atlasian administration is key before China decides whether to engage in a war that, while winnable, would pose a greater threat to the nation than anything since the War four years ago.

Power in Taipei has been going on and off, but other cyberattacks have mostly stopped occurring. Before determining what will happen, it is necessary to evaluate the actions and responses from Atlasian authorities, within the next two weeks.

"The dragon will fly before October", a statement by a Chinese official on Twitter read. "And many will flee from the fire, and the sun will rise in the East". The Tweet was accompanied by a video reportedly showing a military exercise in a replica of a Taiwanese port.

The Taiwanese government has prepared its defenses, but many countries are looking to Atlasia for confirmation of its commitment to defend the island. If that is given, a war is likely. If not, the prognosis for the Republic of China is grim.


Israeli elections returns Gantz government with an expanded majority, as Canada, Germany, and Paflagonia prepare to elect leaders


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Israel has once again painted itself Blue and White, as Prime Minister Benny Gantz's governing coalition is returned to government with a clear majority of seats in the Knesset. Many analysts are also stunned at the Likud collapse and Labor resurgence: analysts have concluded that Gantz's fierce nationalist rhetoric helped fuel his party and coalition's rise, and fed Likud's collapse of their power base as they lose their decade-long leader Netanyahu.

Meanwhile, in Paflagonia, as reports of General von Kummerspeck's death were confirmed two weeks ago, the election is to be held on the 20th of this month. Polls show a very tight race between the three candidates: short descriptions on each can be found on Issue VI of the Citizen's Dispatch, but most polls have Gen. Narriman slightly ahead of Ms. Bauer and Mr. Schmidt in what is essentially a tight three-way race. International observers have deemed the electoral process as a peaceful and orderly one, but E-Day is still a week and a half away.

Canada and Germany also have quite interesting elections, as most analysts would agree they both seem poised to oust their governing parties (the Liberals and the CDU, respectively). Canada's Tories are leading by around 5% in most polls, fueled by the collapse of the People's Party and a Liberal campaign filled with missteps. In Germany, CDU leader Laschet has proven to be disappointing, as the SPD surges above the Christian Democrats in most polls.
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« Reply #4 on: September 11, 2021, 10:10:56 PM »

I am also satisfied with the nominee's thorough answers and I reiterate my confidence in wxtransit to transform the State Department as a key institution that has sadly been neglected by past Secretaries of State. I look forward to voting to confirm the nominee so that we can reestablish our National Security Council and set a comprehensive foreign policy.

I personally believe that withdrawal from our twenty-year wars should be one of the first priorities of the State Department and the NSC. I also anticipate working with the Israeli government to create a two-state solution, and using our status as a superpower to end the illegal settlements in Palestine. Peace must always be priority one, and we should not hesitate to challenge our allies if they are an affront to peace.
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« Reply #5 on: September 11, 2021, 11:44:21 PM »

The NSC is essential to strategizing and formulating our foreign policy. Historically we've deliberated with the State Department on a private Discord server, with the SoS scheduling meetings for appointed members.
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« Reply #6 on: September 14, 2021, 10:24:26 PM »

Nothing in the Constitution that says that only the Vice President can open confirmation votes. I will do so in 24 hours barring an objection.
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« Reply #7 on: September 15, 2021, 10:29:36 PM »

Hearing no objection, a vote on the nominee is now open. Senators, please vote Aye, Nay, or Abstain.
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« Reply #8 on: September 15, 2021, 10:29:50 PM »

Aye
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« Reply #9 on: September 16, 2021, 03:14:10 PM »

The nominee has enough votes for confirmation. Senators have 24 hours to change their vote.
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« Reply #10 on: September 17, 2021, 07:12:14 PM »

Vote on Confirmation of wxtransit for Secretary of State:

Aye (11): Scott, FalterinArc, OBD, Kuumo, Western Democrat, Pericles, Weatherboy, AGA, KoopaDaQuick, North Carolina Yankee, Joseph Cao
Nay (1): S019
Abstain (0):

Didn't Vote (6): DeadPrez, discovolante, Muad'dib, Old School Republican, Spark, tack50

The nominee is confirmed. Please swear in in the appropriate thread. Smile
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