kingzog Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 From the Desk of KINGZOG Althing Elections Today, shortly after Update, voting concluded in Nordreich's first-ever Althing (Imperial Council) elections. The following is an excerpt from my comments to Nordreich's membership in the Volksrepublik: On the Althing ElectionsFirst, I would like to congratulate everyone who participated in the Althing elections. This was a very new experience for all of us, I know, but the Volksführers and I have been extremely pleased by the quality of the candidates and the professionalism displayed by all of them during this campaign. Each Nordreich member was able to vote for up to four candidates. (But electors could not, of course, vote for the same candidate four times.) Since many of those who voted chose to vote for fewer than four candidates, it is impossible to know the exact number of voters. (There may be some way of finding out via a bit of 'admin abuse', but this might also tell me who voted for whom, which would rather dramatically violate the whole point of a secret ballot.) Our best estimate is that voter turnout was approximately 43%, which is lower than I had hoped for, frankly, but higher than many so-called democratic alliances achieve. So congratulations! Without further ado, let us go to the results: Chiftelos of Zdubia - 36 Nemhauser of Chemelot - 35 Sigurd Odinnson of Niflungland - 23 XRCatD of Feet of God - 17 Gottrich Northeim - 16 James IV - 13 Marius Sozin - 5 Octovanyo4 - 5 The first four individuals are elected to a three-month term in the Althing. Congratulations! I look forward to working with each of you over the next quarter. Nordreich's Charter states that final approval of the five appointed Althing seats rests with the Triumvirate. Accordingly, as voting came to a close last night, I presented a list of individuals to be appointed to the Althing for this Summer Term. I also asked for their recommendations. The Triumvirs have approved the following individuals to serve in the Althing for the next quarter: Captain Flinders of Ashley FinViking of Ganthem Gottrich Northeim of Tylen James IV of Republic of Texas Marius Sozin of Mikosck Once their terms have ended, all Althing members -- both elected and appointed -- will be eligible for election to the Althing. (Nominations will open toward the end of September.) Nordreich's Government As a result of these elections, all government positions have now been filled. I am pleased to present a full list of Nordreich's Government: Der Reichskaiser kingzog Das Triumvirat John C Calhoun Medraut Oberherr Xenu Die Reichsregierung Samuel Houston - Minister of Foreign Affairs SF Austin - Reichsgeneral PuliSher - Minister of the Interior pd73bassman - Minister of Recruiting Ahumocles - Minister of Culture Vinzent Zeppelin - Reichsbanker Das Althing Chiftelos Nemhauser Sigurd Odinnson XRCatD Captain Flinders FinViking Gottrich Northeim James IV Marius Sozin Nordreich Admitted to NOIR On July 2 I was informed that Nordreich had been admitted to NOIR, the Black Team's Economic and Optional Defense Pact. I will not dissemble here. The vote to admit Nordreich was not unanimous. There were both abstentions and nays when the question of our admission was put to the Middle Conclave. I cannot say that I am surprised by this. No one is more aware than I that the name 'Nordreich' provokes a variety of visceral reactions -- both positive and negative -- in many people. To those who supported our admission, you have my thanks. We will not forget you. To those members of NOIR who felt they could not support our admission, I hope that by working together we can overcome whatever hard feelings may exist on your side. I assure you that none exist on ours. Nordreich is fortunate to count among its members some of the best economic minds I have encountered during my three years in the Cyberverse. I think you will find there is much you can learn from us, just as there is much that I expect we shall learn from you. As to the 'Optional Defense' aspect of NOIR, I need to be absolutely clear that in the history of Nordreich the words 'optional' and 'defense' have only been used together on the rarest of occasions. I intend to carry on this tradition. Nordreich has always stood by its friends. Nordreich will always stand by its friends. It is with this in mind that I extend my hand to all of NOIR. Kaiser of Nordreich tl;dr - Oh no....you're not getting off that easily. Nice try, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoroshia Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 (edited) Hail Nordreich! Even though I'm only in your G-a-l-a-v-a alliance EDIT: And first. Edited July 4, 2009 by Theoroshia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lennox Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 heil nordreich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Believland Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I am very happy to see XRCatD in gov't Congrats NoR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosoup4you Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats to our friends at NoR! May the new crew bring great things! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vijaya Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 o/ Nordreich! This looks like an extremely solid group, and I am sure they will do a great job. Especially that nice Nemhauser. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AironthFlamewing Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 congrats guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurt von Equord Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 o/ Nordreich! congratulations on your new elected officials! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoomzoomzoom Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Glad to see you in NOIR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingzog Posted July 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I am very happy to see XRCatD in gov'tCongrats NoR You know, when he announced that he was running, my first thought was, "Who the hell is this guy?" Now that the elections are over, I can say I was extremely impressed by his campaign. For God's sake don't tell him, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randalla Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I look forward to working with our new NOIR friends, and learning these promised economic sekrets. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Houston Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats to the new Althing! And a wave of appreciation to all of the members of NOIR who took the time to take a fair look at Nordreich and ultimately allow us into the club. The foundations have been laid.... On to the real building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodivine Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats to the new members of gov o/ o/ NoR Congrats on your acceptance into NOIR o/ o/ NOIR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Flinders Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Most excellent. NOIR is a fancy bunch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingzog Posted July 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I look forward to working with our new NOIR friends, and learning these promised economic sekrets. Cheers! First thing you do is send me $3 million and 50 tech. Your encyclopedias should begin arriving in about six to eight weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otto Verteidiger Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congratulations regarding the elections and the admission into NOIR. No easy tl;dr way out, eh? Damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tulak Hord Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congratulations to the elected and on your admittance into NOIR. The ale is on us tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottrich Northeim Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats to everyone, involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James IV Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 I am most humbled and honored for the chance to give back to my brothers. Here's to the future success of Nordreich, NOIR, and the black team! o/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wandmdave Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 o/ Welcome to NOIR! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Hopefully we'll join NOIR next, congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George the Great Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Willkommen in unserem Haus. The ale is on Tulak tonight. Congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heggo Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congratulations NoR. Kingzog's a fine leader. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pd73bassman Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats to all the elected officials, you all ran good campaigns I also want to extend some thanks to the members of NOIR, I know our admittance was heavily debated but I think with time you will come to see us as solid contributors and great allies and we look forward to working with all our new friends in NOIR. o/ NoR o/ NOIR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Conrad Posted July 4, 2009 Report Share Posted July 4, 2009 Congrats on joining NOIR o/ to a better black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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