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President Billings and Vice-President Hoover Stepping Down.
Takkatok, Talitoa. July 20. 2022. 11:46 AMWe continue on the story of the president and vice-president stepping down. For those who might not be aware, even wining the second election with ease back in 2020, Jarnet Billings is un-expectantly stepping down (wanting to retire to her home in Takkatok, feeling tired after all she's done for Talitoa) along with her vice-president Hoover Herbert (feeling unable to live up to the responsibilities). Jarnet Billings saw the nation through many destructive wars from Brazilistan to the Jar-Jar wars, helped increase the economy and wealth of the average citizen, helped the reconstruction of Talitoa through many of these wars, and overall lived up to the Talitoan Betterment Parties goal for a better Talitoa. Already the candidates for president have been chosen after special elections by average party members. The big five parties are the most likely to take the presidency of Talitoa. Whoever comes next has continent-sized shoes to fill, and those candidates are.....
Bill Dillcrest of Gonstam with his running mate Javier Henry of Xiagrad, candidates from the Free Riders Party.
"Talitoa has been through so much, though while we have so much to thank for. Our taxes though are too high and need to be lower for more income in the peoples pockets. Though taxes will be lowered, the services Talitoans enjoy will be streamlined for more efficiency. Vote for more, you won't be sore." Bill Dillcrest
Bill Dillcrest and his running mate are old friends that have history as famous political talk-show hosts on their show "The Factors and Detractors" (famous for unique thoughts on politics). Bill Dillcrest acts as the good cop, while Javier Henry acts as a bad cop/devils advocate on the show. One topic they talked on is how companies can be friends to the average man, though still needs a union to balance them out,
Cathy Yerk of Faroe and running mate Cameron Gill (Oarfish) of Talitoa City, candidates of the Peoples Whig Party.
"Billings may have done so much for the people of Talitoa, though she was never that close to the people, even though she did so much to help. We will do our best to listen to the ideas of Talitoa and do our best to make every Talitoan part of government. Whigs may be a symbol of trying to hide problems, but our whig can and will fix the bald spots in Talitoa!" Cathy Yerk
Cathy Yerk works on the dockyard's of Faroe, helping leisure water crafts dock and supply. Cathy also is a political advocate in her spare time. Populist movements strike up even as she walks down the street as they say. Cameron Gill is a Oarfish from Talitoa City who is a member of the Representative Senate for the Peoples Whig Party. Cameron takes pride in his work helping to clean streets after many a war and suturing wounds.
Mochizuki Setsuna of Kototo and running mate Kulani Leia of the small town of Awāwa Hana, candidates of the Talitoan Betterment Party.
"Jarnet Billings has always looked to make Talitoa better for everyone, always listening no matter what anyone says. I Mochizuki Setsuna promise to be that president along with Kulani Leia will do our best to preserve the legacy of Jarnate Billings. Choose the people with can do, nothing more true." Mochizuki Setsuna
Mochizuki Setsuna is a well known member of the Representative senate who has acted as a motivator for action among his party. People in the government cant help but fall for the charm and passion Mochizuki emits to help pass bills such as the Emergancy Jar-Jar Eradication Act. Outside of politics, Mochizuki runs a one manned vending machine operation based on Japanese models. Kulani Leia acts as the mayor of the Hawaiian cultural settlement of Awāwa Hana (population 16,000). Kulani is well known thanks to speeches that have moved people all over Talitoa in the course of rebuilding after several wars.
Lema Debebe Amde of Sooc and Carrot Alpherg (Orangani) of Danielsland (territory), candidates of the Light Green Party.
"Talitoa is a great nation that has gone through so much, and we'll make sure it stays that way. Though change for the moment isn't really needed and Talitoa can stay on this track. Who want's to be stressed out by current events and so many changes. We rule for politics that can keep our nation united no matter what politics you follow." Lema Debebe Amde
Lema Debebe Amde is a programmer and member of the House of Regions. Lema has helped facilitate unity to help pass bills and to keep government running. Carrot Alpherg is a citizen of the overseas territory of Danielsland and is a picketer for unity with Talitoa.
Finally there's Tom De La Wilk Server (AI) of Jlicon and Ekta Dewar of Conoton, candidates of the Oarfish-Bear Party
"Talitoa may have come far from the dark days in the 80's, but corporations still conspire to take rights away from common people to stuff their own pockets. Have you ever noticed how much they can profit over disasters? Profit off of terrible conditions overseas? Exploit said workers overseas? The corporations of Talitoa will look for any chance to take over and bring us back into the bondage we used to see in the 80s. If you vote for me, I'll help Talitoa finally move into an age where every business is owned by its employees. For a complete satisfactory life!" Tom De La Wilk Server
Tom De La Wilk Server is a union leader who has been a labor leader of Talitoan Unionism ever since AI's gained citizenship in 2005. One of the most famous acts of unionism that made him a labor leader in the first place was the successful unionization of Jolocon Fiber's many parts from offices and factories. Another famous act of tom was helping employees of factories buy thier workplaces, when thier owners sent production overseas (the original factory owners would regret the decision). Ekta Dewar is another union organizer who also serves in the house of regions. Ekta has been helping package and mail unions, including the biggest being the Solidarity Express, to be a union that stands up for their members.
The race for president seems as though it will be a busy and diverse race where the Talitoan Betterment Party may need to bring their A-game. But the administration of Jarnet Billings may make it a easy win, since her party has ruled Talitoa so well for her term, and the historical changes the party has brought to Talitoa. The parties could use the betrayal many feel after Jarnet stepping down to take the win. All we know is there's plenty of time for many tricks and thoughts to be shared until elections happen the 12 of December. Be prepared for the candidates to share thier thoughts tomorrow on why they should be president over at the Amesworth Railcar Station Auditorium, on 134 Wilkins Drive, Amesworth.
This has been Walker Vons with TDNN news (Talitoa Daily Nightly News) signing off.
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Orangani:
They are a loving people apologetic to the Orangation Plague of 26/19 and of their kinda creators Felicia and Fergus Papaya. Their names have orange in them to remind them of their heritage and of their nature. Their leader Fire Cheddar started their de-radicalization after they formed from the last stage of Orangation. Orangani also like working and being in liquids, as they find solace in things that are the same consistency.
The Blue line is the Talitoan people, with the orange line representing the Orangani. The background is the Orangation Plague that created them. The two lines joining together with the orange/blue heart is the new friendship and togetherness between the races.
Oarfish:
A race of people that had higher intelligence in Oarfish kind. They celebrate the day they gained citizenship from the case Sandra v. Stance Labs on March 3rd, 2000. They want to help there fellows, so they created the Oarfish Worldwide Freedom Society (A organization that helps intelligent Oarfish in country's that oppress them). Issues with the Oarfish Supremacy party have caused a tiny rift, it is not really that big compared to the rest of the Oarfish population.
The waves represents the homeland of the Oarfish along with the blue background. The blue represents Talitoa also, with the sun above the waves representing the Oarfish that rose from the water. The fin is the Oarfish themselves and their seances.
A.I.:
A race that gained sentiance and sapience from thier earlier electronic forms. They celebrate they day they gained citizenship on December 5th, 2005. A huge activity for the A.I. is "Circuit Circles", when they make circuit boards for fun, replacement parts, and backups for their physical storage. Programs are also made in "Code Circles" to upgrade the A.I.'s "Body". They are a very friendly people that feel they have an obligation to improve the country online.
The circuit board here is the homes and brains of the A.I. citizens. The rectangle is the thing connecting the A.I. to the whole world. The thought balloon hints at the famous quote "I think, therefore I am." by René Descartes.
Sunflower Piranha:
The plants often make detailed root patterns from dead root (feet) and sell them for profit. Others will make compost from the roots and make their own flower and vegetable gardens. Though the plants make the gardens to attract bugs so they can eat them and have a reliable source of food. They are a humble people that tend to themselves and can rarely be seen in public.
The green represents the grass the plants came from, with the background also meaning life. The sun is the life blood of the Sunflower Piranha for the sight they have and as a extra food source. The Venus Flytraps represent their origins as ordinary flytaps.
City Ants:
A race of sentiant/sapient ants that wanna be left alone. They can be found in the forests carving a life out for themselves on the dirt floor. They live like any society in Talitoa, but are very militaristic since barbarian bugs constantly attack their homes. City Ants are a partial hive mind when danger is afoot, but become individualistic when a threat is gone.
The brown is the dirt that all of the ants come from and die on. The ant with the crown is the leader, saying the leaders are the ants best assets. The ants behind the leader symbolize the togetherness and teamwork of the ants.
Martian:
They feel terrible for what they did under Jar Jar, but try to make it up by growing plants from their homeworld in special greenhouses for people to see. Martians also enter astronomy and anything under the sun that involves space because of past knowledge and curiosity. But most Martians went into farming for thier new found interest in Talitoa's plant life and weird food.
The black is space, the red ball is the old homeland of the martians, and the blue is Talitoa and the earth they crashed on during the Second Jar-Jar War.
Neko:
A race of part mammal/ part human people. They are a people that love to party and can get into trouble. They do apoligize and try to clean up their messes after. They use the most drugs out of all the people of Talitoa and take up many office jobs at the same time. On work days Neko's tend to be more reserved, until they leave work.
The yellow, brown, and black are the main colors of the small patches of fur on the Nekos. The paw print symbolizes the animal ancestry.
Kekistani
The race hates it's past and has gained trust with the Talitoan population. The old empire they came from has disowned them as the Kekistanis here try to find ways to save their brethren. Their meme pets are not deadly, not only a source of companionship, but as a source of laughter. Kekistanis love their jokes and are masters at joke telling.
The green is the old Kekistan homeland and the skin of Kekistanis. The white sun is a pacifist new dawn for the people of Kekistan and for the fight against the ultra-conservative Kekistan. The small green outline means the hopeful future containment of Kekistan's current feelings. The text is "memes are those of love and of life."
Party | Desc. |
Oarfish-Bear Party | The party is more of a socialist/communist party that is very far left. The Oarfish-Bear Party has 130 members in the Legislature. The Oarfish-Bear party was created by like minded communists, socialists, and anarchists in Talitoa City in 25th of August, 1999. 200 members of the Legislative body are part of the Oarfish-Bear Party. The HQ is in Jlicon. |
Light-Green Party | A more moderate party in the legislature. The party has 100 member's in the Legislative body. The Light-Green Party was created in September 14th, 1985 to make a more united union. They have succeeded in that regard. The Light-Green party's headquarters is in Jlicon |
Talitoan Betterment Party | This party is a more progressive party that wants the best for Talitoa in their way. They have had many presidents in office, with 400 members in the legislative body. This party was created in 1990 with a opening to the legislature from new seats being created and restored from the collapse of the Talitoan Moral Front Party, once just a anti-Moral Front Party group that helped set up the new government. The TBP has it's headquarters in Takkatok. |
People's Whig Party | A party that follows the populist crowd in most respects. They may have 70 members in the Legislative body (people already get what they want through other parties, though members think they get a more varied deal here). But they have had one president in 2000 that won the election. The party lost much favor when people got used to the idea they can get used to the more fast paced futurization the more left parties offered. The party was created in Dec. 1 1990 with the party's headquarters in Takkatok. |
Free Rider's Party | A party that's a conservative (for Talitoa, milquetoast liberal). Much of the party is more moderate (with the leaders) . The Free Riders where created in 17, June, 1980 to spread their ideals throughout the young country. There are about 130 members of the Free Riders located in the Legislature. The party is headquartered in Takkatok. |
Oarfish Supremacy Party | A very alt-right party that thinks Oarfish are the master race. The party has had a lot of controversy among the populace, especially the Oarfish citizens of Talitoa. The party has 0 members in the Legislative Body. This party is headquarterd in Oarfish City. This party was created in Oct. 25 2017 when Oarfish gained citizenship. |
There are plenty of other smaller parties spread in Legislatures in many different towns, counties, and other Federal offices along with the main parties.
We, the people of the of Talitoa, seeing the need for a new constitution, hereby establish the new rules and framework for Talitoa's present and future.
1: Freedom of speech and protest is protected under the law. No-one can be hurt for their thoughts. Petitions are also protected under law. The press can talk about whatever they want.
2: People can bear whatever armaments they want, unless it is military grade. A background check though is needed to see if the buyer is a danger to themselves or others.
3: No-one can be discriminated by Gender, Race, Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation, Economic Standing, Disability, Religion, *Sapient Species, or Age.
4: Freedom of religion and the practice of it, as long as it isn't extremely forced or includes human sacrifice.
5: No property shall be seized by the government under "Eminent Domain". Forceful seizure of property or searches of any kind can't happen without a warrant. The only way to get a warrant is by conformation of suspicious activity. Said warrant must be concise on what is needed.
6: Courts can't get people to attest against the criminal unless needed or is indicted, The armed forces must do the same. The individual to be brought to court needs to be shown they are a prime suspect or highly probable. The court case happens in the city or area the crime happened in. The accused can't be held in substandard conditions or outside court jails.
7: Criminals can't be indicted for the same crime.
8: Nobody can have their right to vote taken away, no matter what happened. The ability to vote cannot be blocked by anything, but state issued voting cards must be used to get in. To get the card, one needs only needs a DNA read.
9: Nobody can collect information against someone's will, unless a warrant is collected.
10: Fair and free trials with a impartial jury are guarantied, with no ability to have it taken away along with permanent removal of liberties. The only way to lose rights and property is by due court process. The accused cant be a witness against themselves. The accused must be read their rights, the right to a attorney provided by the state, the ability to see their accusers and associated witnesses, to see the accused's own character and other witnesses, can bring in witnesses without harassment, and have the council for assistance.
11: Bails must be proportional to the crime permitted, but most importantly proportional to the wealth of the criminal (though sometimes the nature of the crime lowers or higher the amount of bail, lower for small crimes including break-ins, higher for terrorism).
12: The prison must be a rehabilitory place for the imprisoned to come back into society and be able to live in the outside world. The death penalty is not allowed. Sentences will not harm or maim the criminal, along with cruel and/or unusual punishments. The sentences that can be brought out will be decided on statewide.
13: Rights not listed in the constitution belong to the people.
14: Voting age is 16 and beyond, though those younger than 16 can petition and help parties in other ways.
Any of the rights not listed here are up for the cities and communities to decide. A convention every ten years will be held to see promising amendments to the constitution
Government:
The regions of Talitoa send representatives to the House of Regions can be instantly removed in snap elections (4 members for every region), the Representative Senate is much the same (for every region, they get 6 Region Members plus 1 for every two million people). Communities and cities in Talitoa have direct democracy and control of their own affairs. 70 regions along with the territories, though the regions exist only to set up law for the whole of Talitoa. The terms for both House of Regions and Representative Senate members is every 4 years.
The representatives themselves will be chosen by the people through Approval Voting. The House of Regions will set up bills recommended by large enough petitions or by in-house committee. The bill will pass through the Representative Senate where the bill either passes through or it doesn't. The House of Regions can have a snap election to help force it through if 2/3rds vote for the bill. The president along with the speaker of the house stand as moderators in debates that try and influence the direction of voting, where the president then stamps the approval or disapproval seal on the bill depending on how the debate went.
The president will be the head of the party and the head of state, with the vice president holding ceremonial and other small tasks to be decided in other laws. Both president and vice president will be elected by Approval Voting and can be removed at any time in a recall snap (with proof of malicious or incompetent conduct). The term is 5 years for the president and vice president, with elections ending December 12. The president and vice president can only hold two terms. The vice president takes the presidents place on death, ruling to the next election unless removed. If both president and vice-president step down, a interregnum will take place where the House of Regions and Representative Senate will lead until a new president is chosen after the elections December 12.
The Talitoan Judicial Branch is the supreme and highest court in Talitoa. The court can only be staffed by qualified individuals while being guided by the law in court. Judicial responsibilities here look at laws for constitution breaking actions or for updating and interpreting the constitution.
Any corruption or cases of "lobbying" are prohibited. Donations to parties are restricted to 10,000 Talios. Any politician who deals in corruption will be stripped of their titles and banned from government if a trial finds them guilty. Jail time comes in for corruption cases that include Talios over 100,000 in amount or for the damage caused by the corruption. Those who cause the corruption will be fined for the corruption caused, or jail time with the same stipulations as the politician.
Freedom of movement and commerce cannot be infringed by any entity within Talitoa. Taxes can be imposed by the central government on the communities within.
The government must help provide for the real benefit for even the smallest in Talitoa.
This document has been signed in to help guide and rule Talitoa, and thus will help lead the nation's future.
The towns might be different in many ways, they are all part of Talitoa and add a great part to the country as a whole today.
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