Gov. Siege40 - Press Conference

[Siege40]

Press Conference – Trenton, New Jersey

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Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press, I present to you, the Governor of the Northeast, Siege40.

*Polite Cheers – Press must keep their objectivity. Loud cheers and clapping from political supporters.*

*Gov. Siege40 takes the Podium*

Good Evening ladies and gentleman. Today I wish to introduce two more policies for my campaign, and then questions on any issue of the election, alright? Good.

Last week, the state of Louisiana banned gay marriage. About a month before that Missouri banned it. In the past I have presented my views on gay marriage, but it is not my position to force my own believes upon those of the people that I serve. Therefore, within the first month of my second term, I will issue a vote for the residents of the Northeast, on two positions, the ban of gay marriage or the approval of gay marriage. Based on the result, the appropriate amendment will be drafted for the Constitution. That’s the first announcement.

Second, the Region of the Northeast requires a political capital. Also within the first month in my second term I will open an open debate on the appropriate capital, and once narrowed down to 2-5 options, we will hold a vote. That’s the two new platforms.

Alright, let’s here it, questions?

Press: Ingram DeWitt, New York Times, Mr. Governor, what is your response to rumours that you are a homosexual?

S40: Um… wrong Governor?

*Laughter*

S40: On a more serious note, no, I am not. However, it is my believe that we should allow gay marriage and extend the same rights, liberties and freedoms to homosexuals as to heterosexuals, that’s my view, but I don’t think it is my right to impose it, so that’s what the vote is for. Next question, yes you with the beard.

Press: Walter Mathews, Boston Herald, Mr. Governor, you often claim that you are not a partisan, but some of your base in the United Left, and other far left parties have claimed that you are a centrist, how do you answer this?

S40: Wow, tough. I haven’t heard these complaints myself. However, since you brought it up… Would you, or rather these people, rather that I alienate as much as 49% of the population? Elections can be won with 50% + 1, does that mean 50% - 1 should be ignored? I could rule like a partisan for 4 months, institute radical socialist policy, or I could make reasonable middle ground, mostly center-left policies that better serve everyone, and not just those that elected me? I plan to serve the majority, or as many people as possible. Next question, please?

Press: Neil O. Khanh, Fox News (get the joke?) Mr. Governor, is it true that you enjoy drinking the blood of children?

*Boos*

S40: No… I’m glad we keep politics civilized… Last question, yes, you.

Press: Karl Ludwing, internet Blogger, where are your next campaign stops and when?

S40: I’m moving on to Newark, New Jersey on Wednesday, to talk about my policy on crime. Thursday, I'm going through Pennsylvania and New York. Friday I’m in CT, MA, and RI to give local stump speeches. And on Saturday I’m back in Maine to vote, after dropping into New Hampshire and Vermont. Thank you. Other questions?

(Open for your questions now)

[Akno21]

Mr. Governor? Where would you like to see the capital located?

[Jake]

I support a ballot initiative on gay marriage.

I propose Stowe, Vermont for Capital.
A nice ski resort would make an awesome capital.

[Siege40]

Mr. Governor? Where would you like to see the capital located?

I'd like to see the capital located in one of the historic cities of the Northeast, of which there are many, Boston, New York or Philadelphia comes to mind. However, I would however, like to put the capital in the middle of the Region, like Albany for instance, based on the same compromise used when looking where to build Washington D.C.

Siege

[Siege40]

I support a ballot initiative on gay marriage.

I propose Stowe, Vermont for Capital.
A nice ski resort would make an awesome capital.

If elected, all suggestions will be listened and considered. That doesn't sound like a bad idea at all though .

Siege

[King]

Although I am not from this region, I suggest Hartford, CT as the capital. It is an historic and quite charming for a city of its size.

[The Duke]

There is already federal law on gay marriage in Atlasia.  No referendum can overturn that federal law.

[KEmperor]

There is already federal law on gay marriage in Atlasia.  No referendum can overturn that federal law.

It could create an interesting court case regarding regional rights though...

[Siege40]

Really? I never heard of this federal law. It must of been past during my vacation... out of curiousity, how did it pass? However, I do think it should be the right of the Region to make a decision of its own in this case. We may have a constitutional battle on our hands... we shall see.

Siege

[The Duke]

Really? I never heard of this federal law. It must of been past during my vacation... out of curiousity, how did it pass? However, I do think it should be the right of the Region to make a decision of its own in this case. We may have a constitutional battle on our hands... we shall see.

Siege

Migrendel sponsored the Marriage Equity Act, which builds on the Civil Unions Act by codifying gay marriage instead of just civil unions.

There is now gay marriage in Atlasia.

[YRABNNRM]

NYC FOR THE CAPITAL!

It would make the most sense

[Akno21]

I suggest having the capital be in Philadelphia. The specific building should be in Northeast Philly.

[Defarge]

I agree with Andrew, NYC is the best choice

[King]

Come on...what do you people have against Hartford, CT???

[KEmperor]

New York is both central to the region and the largest city.  It makes the most sense to be the capital.  

[Fritz]

Governor, could you please post a link to your regions constitution in this thread?

[minionofmidas]

I'm not from the region, but I nominate Providence, RI, on the strength of its name.