Mideast Assembly Thread

[Badger]

This will be a great loss to Atlasia, and especially this region.

It has been great working with you in the Assembly, and I have learned a lot just by watching you. I wish you the best of luck, and hope that sometime in the future you'll make a come back, to the forum and to Atlasia.

I couldn't put it better. It's been a real pleasure working with you and I hope you'll return before long.

[big bad fab]

The election would have been far greater with you.
The Assmebly and the Mideast are losing a great member, a great memory and a great contributor.
So sad...
But don't leave entirely the forum, please...

[HappyWarrior]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

[Swedish Rainbow Capitalist Cheese]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

[HappyWarrior]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

I don't think Inks ever was.  In fact I don't think he was ever an Assemblyman.

[Filuwaúrdjan]

The use of what us older posters would call tomato-souping,

Haha, yes. Those were the days.

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I suspect that Atlasia these days reminds you too much of work anyway

[Vepres]

I'm afraid that of late I have become very discontented with Atlasia. Recently I have only tended to the forum to see to my duties as Speaker. I have no desire to continue that on a prolonged basis.

The use of what us older posters would call tomato-souping, and the newer posters, zombie voting, has become politically acceptable, and I think that destroys a lot of what made Atlasia a great place.

I now seek a peaceful retirement from Atlasia and the forum at large. Whilst I confess I will likely post next Spring in the run-up to the general election in the UK, that will probably be the height of my participation.

To my successors as Speaker and Assemblymen, I wish you all the luck in the world. The curtain has fallen, its time to get off the stage, and its exactly what I intend to do.

Tomato-souping?

Anyway, very disappointing, another one of the old Atlasians leaves

[Swedish Rainbow Capitalist Cheese]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

I don't think Inks ever was.  In fact I don't think he was ever an Assemblyman.

I wasn't here back then so I can't say for sure, but according to the wiki he was a member during the 3rd Assembly, and for a short while after Franzl's promotion, Speaker as well.

[HappyWarrior]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

I don't think Inks ever was.  In fact I don't think he was ever an Assemblyman.

I wasn't here back then so I can't say for sure, but according to the wiki he was a member during the 3rd Assembly, and for a short while after Franzl's promotion, Speaker as well.

Ahh I forgot about that, That was immediatly following my rise to the Senate and I was quite busy at that point.

[Queen Mum Inks.LWC]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

I don't think Inks ever was.  In fact I don't think he was ever an Assemblyman.

I wasn't here back then so I can't say for sure, but according to the wiki he was a member during the 3rd Assembly, and for a short while after Franzl's promotion, Speaker as well.

That's correct.

I'd appreciate if the Assembly could come up with some bill honoring Peter.  I can draft it if yall would like, but we really need something to honor his service.

[Purple State]

I'm afraid that of late I have become very discontented with Atlasia. Recently I have only tended to the forum to see to my duties as Speaker. I have no desire to continue that on a prolonged basis.

The use of what us older posters would call tomato-souping, and the newer posters, zombie voting, has become politically acceptable, and I think that destroys a lot of what made Atlasia a great place.

I now seek a peaceful retirement from Atlasia and the forum at large. Whilst I confess I will likely post next Spring in the run-up to the general election in the UK, that will probably be the height of my participation.

To my successors as Speaker and Assemblymen, I wish you all the luck in the world. The curtain has fallen, its time to get off the stage, and its exactly what I intend to do.

Fare thee well. Your departure will leave a hole in the Mideast and in the heart of Atlasia. You have been a point of brilliance for this game and will be missed.

You were a mentor to me and made the Mideast the success it is today. Thank you for your contributions and service; you will be missed.

[Јas]

I'm afraid that of late I have become very discontented with Atlasia. Recently I have only tended to the forum to see to my duties as Speaker. I have no desire to continue that on a prolonged basis.

The use of what us older posters would call tomato-souping, and the newer posters, zombie voting, has become politically acceptable, and I think that destroys a lot of what made Atlasia a great place.

I now seek a peaceful retirement from Atlasia and the forum at large. Whilst I confess I will likely post next Spring in the run-up to the general election in the UK, that will probably be the height of my participation.

To my successors as Speaker and Assemblymen, I wish you all the luck in the world. The curtain has fallen, its time to get off the stage, and its exactly what I intend to do.

A sad day

[Badger]

I wonder who will be elected as the new speaker.   To follow in the proud footsteps of myself, Franzl, PS, and Peter.

and Inks he was speaker for a whike as well.

Judging by those names, whoever is selected will most likely have a very successful political carer to look forward to.

I don't think Inks ever was.  In fact I don't think he was ever an Assemblyman.

I wasn't here back then so I can't say for sure, but according to the wiki he was a member during the 3rd Assembly, and for a short while after Franzl's promotion, Speaker as well.

That's correct.

I'd appreciate if the Assembly could come up with some bill honoring Peter.  I can draft it if yall would like, but we really need something to honor his service.

An excellent suggestion, Governor.

I submit the following for the Assembly's approval:

"WHEREAS:

Peter has been an active and distinguished member of the Atlasia community since its inception, making him one of the Forum's true founding fathers; and

In that time Peter has distinguished himself throughout Atlasia serving in countless roles in the Senate, Forum Affairs, the Supreme Court, as Attorney General, and Vice-President; and

Peter has further well-served the Mideast Region in particular serving with distinction as Governor and Speaker of the Assembly; and

In all of these many roles and offices Peter has deservedly earned a reputation for leadership, impartiality and good judgment thus earning him respect across all Atlasia and party lines:

Be it hereby RESOLVED that the Mideast Region does honor and deeply thank Peter for his many years of fine service to our region and nation on this, the occasion of his retirement from public life.

Be it further RESOLVED that the Mideast does award as retirement gifts to Peter this golden watch:


Appropriately inscribed: "To Peter from the Mideast ";



and this pony:



SO RESOLVED."

[Swedish Rainbow Capitalist Cheese]

I'm 100% behind a bill honouring Peter.

Maybe we could be inspired by the Midwest and rename the region's capital to Peter's Park instead of College Park.

Also Badger, a pony? In the middle of a huge economic recession? May I suggest we consider the less expensive possibility of a mule

 

[Badger]

I'm 100% behind a bill honouring Peter.

Maybe we could be inspired by the Midwest and rename the region's capital to Peter's Park instead of College Park.

Also Badger, a pony? In the middle of a huge economic recession? May I suggest we consider the less expensive possibility of a mule

 

A MULE?!? Zounds, Sir! Would you denigrate this fine man's accomplishments with non-breeding stock? And less adorable stock at that! (Besides, consider it a tiny stimulus to the region's horse ranching industry) ;-)

[Franzl]

Perhaps the Mideast senator can secure an earmark to fund the pony?

[Badger]

Perhaps the Mideast senator can secure an earmark to fund the pony?

Cuddliest. Earmark. Ever.

[Badger]

Mr. Speaker. In light of the apparent lack of debate on the resolution placed on the Assembly floor almost 36 hours ago, may we ignore your modesty on the matter and please call it to a vote?

[HappyWarrior]

I'm 100% behind a bill honouring Peter.

Maybe we could be inspired by the Midwest and rename the region's capital to Peter's Park instead of College Park.

Also Badger, a pony? In the middle of a huge economic recession? May I suggest we consider the less expensive possibility of a mule

 

A MULE?!? Zounds, Sir! Would you denigrate this fine man's accomplishments with non-breeding stock? And less adorable stock at that! (Besides, consider it a tiny stimulus to the region's horse ranching industry) ;-)

How about a zorse?  Very unique idea...

[tmthforu94]

If it would be all right, I have enough money stashed away from lobbyists that I could easily afford to buy Peter a pony.

[HappyWarrior]

I think we should also commission a statue or name the regional capital after our distinguished former Speaker.

[Swedish Rainbow Capitalist Cheese]

I'd like to add the following bill in addition to the one proposed by Badger.

State Capital Renaming Act

The City of College Park, Maryland, shall henceforth be known by the name Peter’s Park, Maryland, in honour of the Mideast citizen Peter, former Governor, Speaker of the Assembly, Attorney General, Secretary of Forum Affairs, Chief Justice, Vice President, and co-author of Atlasia’s second constitution.   

[Badger]

I'd like to add the following bill in addition to the one proposed by Badger.

State Capital Renaming Act

The City of College Park, Maryland, shall henceforth be known by the name Peter’s Park, Maryland, in honour of the Mideast citizen Peter, former Governor, Speaker of the Assembly, Attorney General, Secretary of Forum Affairs, Chief Justice, Vice President, and co-author of Atlasia’s second constitution.   

I accept this amendment as friendly.

[Peter]

Thank you for the well wishes. I really was quite surprised by it. To be honest, I had expected to simply fade away barely noticed. Maybe I was a bit wrong about the present state of Atlasia.

Anyway, I do need a break, and to those who ask me to stay on the forum - other than a few posts on the international boards, I barely post outside Atlasia, so whilst I'll undoubtedly browse from time to time, its best to consider this a retirement.

Thank you for the many bills - the watch I'm sure would go with my new real life suit. The pony might not do it so much good, though hopefully it'll keep the lawn down. I really do consider it a high honour that somebody has even considered it fitting to rename the capital for me. Once again, thank you.

I will give a final address when I adjourn the Assembly on Friday.
The Badger resolution is on the floor. If the SC bill is to be combined with it, may I suggest that it is rewritten in the same style? I'll leave that for one of you guys.

[Badger]

OK, I think I've properly combined the two. The resolution and statutory enactment language work alright together, and I don't believe there's anything legal or parliamentary forbidding a resolution along with an act of law. Besides, this is so broadly supported I doubt anyone will be such a---what's the term again, Mechman? Oh, yeah---"douchewaffle" and sue to overturn the act on such grounds.

So without further ado I present:

The Capital Renaming and Further Celebration of Peter's Retirement Act.

"WHEREAS:

Peter has been an active and distinguished member of the Atlasia community since its inception, making him one of the Forum's true founding fathers; and

In that time Peter has distinguished himself throughout Atlasia serving in countless roles in the Senate, Forum Affairs, the Supreme Court, as Attorney General, and Vice-President; and

Peter has further well-served the Mideast Region in particular serving with distinction as Governor and Speaker of the Assembly; and

In all of these many roles and offices Peter has deservedly earned a reputation for leadership, impartiality and good judgment thus earning him respect across all Atlasia and party lines:

Be it hereby RESOLVED that the Mideast Region does honor and deeply thank Peter for his many years of fine service to our region and nation on this, the occasion of his retirement from public life.

Be it further RESOLVED that the Mideast does award as retirement gifts to Peter this golden watch:


Appropriately inscribed: "To Peter from the Mideast ";



and this pony:



Be it further hereby enacted that:

The City of College Park, Maryland, shall henceforth be known by the name Peter’s Park, Maryland, in honour of the Mideast citizen Peter, former Governor, Speaker of the Assembly, Attorney General, Secretary of Forum Affairs, Chief Justice, Vice President, and co-author of Atlasia’s second constitution.