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Carthaginian0
27 Nov 2012 03:03
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[this thread is meant to attract those still undecided or on the fence about the NLUO to it, as well as express one Isolationist's point of view]
Comrades,
First, let me say welcome to the NLUO, the recently established government seeking legitimacy on a world stage. I myself am a new member, as are nearly all of us, and therefore I take it upon myself to help promote political alignments, and obviously I plan on promoting my own.
Let me begin by stating a simple fact- in a short period of existence, it had become evident to me that the Expansionist Party is indeed expanding. Before you jump on board with the War Mongrels (as I endearingly have begun to call them) consider just how they will effect the chances at (1) establishing the NLUO as a legitimate world governing body; and (2) how they will manage to [or fail to] maintain control of the world once it has been established as the government.
Generally, war is not the answer. We have seen this time and time again on Planet Earth, where countless thousands of people lost their lives in a war that should never have been fought at all. This exists on Earth, and it exists that way on Little Upsilon as well.
A trigger happy government is never effective. Making enemies is not something that can be considered healthy for any government, particularly one of small significance, as we are now. If we hope to gain change, to truly reform LU into a united world, then a trigger happy government is the antithesis of what we need.
When war is regularly instituted as the means of settling a dispute, many problems arise. All humans know this simple truth. If we completely ignore the economic side of war, the side that ruins the economy of all parties involved, both directly and indirectly, for years to come, making it all but impossible to pick up the pieces; and if we completely IGNORE the foreign policy nightmares that will ensue from us attacking the ally of another nation not associated with the NLUO, causing another nation to be ignited with fury against our organization; and if we completely IGNORE the chasm that such action will cause between the NLUO itself, when nearly half of the participating members disagree with the notion of attacking a country simply because they refuse to acknowledge us as the governing body of Little Upsilon; and if we completely IGNORE the idea of all this happening on a mass scale, with country upon country condemning our still small government, then I guess the Expansionists could govern well.
The War Mongrels seem keen on ignoring such facts- they seek only the immediate glory of winning wars in the name of democracy, as well as fantasizing about maintaining strong economy during such conquests. I challenge anyone to provide an example of when a war has ever had an outcome that was entirely positive- was it when neither economy suffered, no ill will was harbored, everything was just hunky-dory? No! Never once has a nation remained at the same economic point they were at prior to a war, much less experienced GROWTH. By engaging in ceaseless war- which is what indeed shall happen should a vicious cycle of Expansionists hold the majority- we deprive ourselves first and foremost of peace, but also of economic prosperity, of legitimacy, and of allies. I do not know a single sane person who would indeed sacrifice such things in order to have glory for a fleeting moment.
Quite purposefully, the Isolationist Party (we are waiting for a name from our Expansionist friends :P) is based on a conflicting philosophy. We purport that in order to govern a country, a region, a continent, and especially an ENTIRE WORLD that economic focus is in fact our primary goal.Â
Creating economic growth is not easy. Bear and bull markets cause stocks to fluctuate, and inflation/deflation can cause unhealthy price changes if not managed correctly. However, working with a legislature full of wise leaders, already on their way to individual economic prosperity, we can certainly weather the storms as they come, and hopefully prevent many from forming.Â
Economic growth has two main reactions: first and foremost, nations will indeed see that we are PEACEFULLY fostering a safe environment for nations to thrive. This in turn will lead to a recognition as a true force in the world meant to help all nations, not just those currently in the NLUO. Of course, by having that recognition, we gain legitimacy on the world stage and can properly institute policies throughout LU.
Of course, the WvE debate is not the only divisive issue; there are many more, and I intend to touch on a select few.Â
Of all the issues that divide us, perhaps the most overlooked is that of secession. What? Secession, you ask? Yes, I say, and even more so, the Oath of the NLUO, which I believe to be extremely partisan.
The current Secretary General, Hezekiah, who has reorganized the NLUO, also identifies as a War Mongrel. That is all well and good; however, his Oath for the NLUO is certainly not. While Hezekiah has done well keeping the majority of the logs and descriptions from being partisan, this is indeed his one downfall.
The oath states that we are to "maintain [the NLUO's] growth by any means necessary!" which I would say is missing the point of government completely. I contend that as free and independent NATIONS, we do not sacrifice our nation's sovereignty simply because a worldwide government asks us to. We are not states, but countries, and if we are capable of joining the NLUO, then shouldn't we be capable of leaving it? The nations of the NLUO give the NLUO power, not the other way around. Countries are to join NOT out of fear and oppression, but rather on their own volition, seeing it as a promise of an easier, peaceful world. This too is a reason that war is not to be thrown about crazily, as if we were bloodthirsty barbarians.
The Isolationists, and I believe I speak for us all, do not stand behind such decrees, as the role of a government is to govern, not to usurp power from any and all nations it can. Any nation that has not declared hostilities towards the NLUO is not a threat, but a potential member, and should be treated as such, rather than punished for simply being outside of the government. We want to attract new members by being a government who betters the world, not an oppressive force who creates enemies.
Lastly, I choose to briefly address the issue of Executive Orders. They do indeed have a place, but encouraging them to be exercised is a folly that could lead to our downfall. There is always a need for EOs in any government, and they should be provided for in the formation of such entities, however, placing that much power in the hands of one individual can be a grave danger. While I would say many would be judicious with such power, there are those who could very well abuse it, and encouraging EOs which override the democratic process is not a viable solution. We cannot hold those in high offices accountable if they have the power to override all of our decisions on a whim.
Now I close with a simple statement: this speech that I give I took great pains to avoid attacking the Expansionists, as we are not a hostile government incapable of bipartisan agreements. However, there may in fact have been times I came off as sharp towards their policies and philosophies, and for that I apologize. The purpose of this speech was to attract those undecided on party affiliation to the Isolationist Party, and so that they and others could understand (from a partisan view, I concede) the intentions of each party.
On behalf of Carthage, my country, I have joined the NLUO, in order to better my individual nation. I expect others have and will do the same.
God Bless,
Carthaginian
Comrades,
First, let me say welcome to the NLUO, the recently established government seeking legitimacy on a world stage. I myself am a new member, as are nearly all of us, and therefore I take it upon myself to help promote political alignments, and obviously I plan on promoting my own.
Let me begin by stating a simple fact- in a short period of existence, it had become evident to me that the Expansionist Party is indeed expanding. Before you jump on board with the War Mongrels (as I endearingly have begun to call them) consider just how they will effect the chances at (1) establishing the NLUO as a legitimate world governing body; and (2) how they will manage to [or fail to] maintain control of the world once it has been established as the government.
Generally, war is not the answer. We have seen this time and time again on Planet Earth, where countless thousands of people lost their lives in a war that should never have been fought at all. This exists on Earth, and it exists that way on Little Upsilon as well.
A trigger happy government is never effective. Making enemies is not something that can be considered healthy for any government, particularly one of small significance, as we are now. If we hope to gain change, to truly reform LU into a united world, then a trigger happy government is the antithesis of what we need.
When war is regularly instituted as the means of settling a dispute, many problems arise. All humans know this simple truth. If we completely ignore the economic side of war, the side that ruins the economy of all parties involved, both directly and indirectly, for years to come, making it all but impossible to pick up the pieces; and if we completely IGNORE the foreign policy nightmares that will ensue from us attacking the ally of another nation not associated with the NLUO, causing another nation to be ignited with fury against our organization; and if we completely IGNORE the chasm that such action will cause between the NLUO itself, when nearly half of the participating members disagree with the notion of attacking a country simply because they refuse to acknowledge us as the governing body of Little Upsilon; and if we completely IGNORE the idea of all this happening on a mass scale, with country upon country condemning our still small government, then I guess the Expansionists could govern well.
The War Mongrels seem keen on ignoring such facts- they seek only the immediate glory of winning wars in the name of democracy, as well as fantasizing about maintaining strong economy during such conquests. I challenge anyone to provide an example of when a war has ever had an outcome that was entirely positive- was it when neither economy suffered, no ill will was harbored, everything was just hunky-dory? No! Never once has a nation remained at the same economic point they were at prior to a war, much less experienced GROWTH. By engaging in ceaseless war- which is what indeed shall happen should a vicious cycle of Expansionists hold the majority- we deprive ourselves first and foremost of peace, but also of economic prosperity, of legitimacy, and of allies. I do not know a single sane person who would indeed sacrifice such things in order to have glory for a fleeting moment.
Quite purposefully, the Isolationist Party (we are waiting for a name from our Expansionist friends :P) is based on a conflicting philosophy. We purport that in order to govern a country, a region, a continent, and especially an ENTIRE WORLD that economic focus is in fact our primary goal.Â
Creating economic growth is not easy. Bear and bull markets cause stocks to fluctuate, and inflation/deflation can cause unhealthy price changes if not managed correctly. However, working with a legislature full of wise leaders, already on their way to individual economic prosperity, we can certainly weather the storms as they come, and hopefully prevent many from forming.Â
Economic growth has two main reactions: first and foremost, nations will indeed see that we are PEACEFULLY fostering a safe environment for nations to thrive. This in turn will lead to a recognition as a true force in the world meant to help all nations, not just those currently in the NLUO. Of course, by having that recognition, we gain legitimacy on the world stage and can properly institute policies throughout LU.
Of course, the WvE debate is not the only divisive issue; there are many more, and I intend to touch on a select few.Â
Of all the issues that divide us, perhaps the most overlooked is that of secession. What? Secession, you ask? Yes, I say, and even more so, the Oath of the NLUO, which I believe to be extremely partisan.
The current Secretary General, Hezekiah, who has reorganized the NLUO, also identifies as a War Mongrel. That is all well and good; however, his Oath for the NLUO is certainly not. While Hezekiah has done well keeping the majority of the logs and descriptions from being partisan, this is indeed his one downfall.
The oath states that we are to "maintain [the NLUO's] growth by any means necessary!" which I would say is missing the point of government completely. I contend that as free and independent NATIONS, we do not sacrifice our nation's sovereignty simply because a worldwide government asks us to. We are not states, but countries, and if we are capable of joining the NLUO, then shouldn't we be capable of leaving it? The nations of the NLUO give the NLUO power, not the other way around. Countries are to join NOT out of fear and oppression, but rather on their own volition, seeing it as a promise of an easier, peaceful world. This too is a reason that war is not to be thrown about crazily, as if we were bloodthirsty barbarians.
The Isolationists, and I believe I speak for us all, do not stand behind such decrees, as the role of a government is to govern, not to usurp power from any and all nations it can. Any nation that has not declared hostilities towards the NLUO is not a threat, but a potential member, and should be treated as such, rather than punished for simply being outside of the government. We want to attract new members by being a government who betters the world, not an oppressive force who creates enemies.
Lastly, I choose to briefly address the issue of Executive Orders. They do indeed have a place, but encouraging them to be exercised is a folly that could lead to our downfall. There is always a need for EOs in any government, and they should be provided for in the formation of such entities, however, placing that much power in the hands of one individual can be a grave danger. While I would say many would be judicious with such power, there are those who could very well abuse it, and encouraging EOs which override the democratic process is not a viable solution. We cannot hold those in high offices accountable if they have the power to override all of our decisions on a whim.
Now I close with a simple statement: this speech that I give I took great pains to avoid attacking the Expansionists, as we are not a hostile government incapable of bipartisan agreements. However, there may in fact have been times I came off as sharp towards their policies and philosophies, and for that I apologize. The purpose of this speech was to attract those undecided on party affiliation to the Isolationist Party, and so that they and others could understand (from a partisan view, I concede) the intentions of each party.
On behalf of Carthage, my country, I have joined the NLUO, in order to better my individual nation. I expect others have and will do the same.
God Bless,
Carthaginian
in real life that is, and I do pretty well here in sim too. Even though I put on a mask of simpleness.