PresidentDavid

"That was not a new right given to the people in 1776, because that right had existed for all of human history, it was simply put into practice. James Madison, who is the father of my Constitution, made an interesting statement. He said that the argument of secession is usually a clouded one because we aren't looking at the full picture. Truly, there are two types of secession. The first is to secede for any reason no matter how, just or unjust, logical or illogical, the reason may be. The second is to secede from 'intolerable oppression'. The first type of secession goes against the very idea of having a United States of America and also retracts the allegiance and faith that our forefathers declared and our ancestors confirmed. The second type of secession is just another word for Revolution. Revolution is a right we all share regardless of what anyone says. Blind secession based on emotion, fear, and ultimately to defend the buying and selling of other people is unequivocally and rightfully unconstitutional. Revolution from an oppressive government that does not protect the rights of its citizens and even goes as far as to infringe on them is an American value. I'm sorry Mister President, but the fear of the number of Free States outnumbering the number of Slave States in the Senate is not a justifiable reason for secession, and was thus unconstitutional. "That being said, the Confederate States of America I am in right now did not secede from the United States. It came together and formed independently and, as far as I know, without the legalization of slavery or indentured servitude. I'm happy to be here and talk with you about strengthening our relationship and keeping our countries safe, but I, nor the President, nor the Congress, nor the States will either consider or debate ceding any State to a foreign government, Mister President. I hope this wont be something that continues to divide us."

"Thank you for your invitation, Mister Prime Minister. President Coolidge wanted me to convey his apologies for not being able to make it today - along with the difficulties of reinstating a government, there was sadly a major disaster in the Vice President's homestate of Georgia involving a chemical plant. We aren't certain on the casualties as of yet, but we have estimated there to be over five-hundred dead and at least one-thousand who were injured or poisoned as a result of the accident. The President and the Vice President both felt it was necessary to head to Georgia and see after their countrymen. I hope you can understand, Mister Prime Minister."

Secretary of State Gabriel Adams was sent in President Coolidge's place after an important situation developed in Washington that required the President's attention. Japanese officials would be made aware of the change of plans in advance and the President would offer to come and meet with the Japanese government at a later date. Secretary Adams would head to the designated meeting location for the Japanese, Confederates, and Americans.

"I'm sorry Mister President, but I cannot oblige you when it comes to ceding States in the Union to the Confederacy. Especially when the only justification is that several hundred years ago the Confederacy occupied those States. I'll remind you that for hundreds of years before that, and after the war, those States were part of the Union and happily remained so. As just having left the office of Governor of Georgia, I can personally tell you that Georgia leaving the Union is not a very popular option and I assume it's the same for South Carolina, which I remind you is now one State with North Carolina simply called 'Carolina'. But even if we wanted to hand over Georgia and south Carolina to the Confederacy, I'm afraid it would be an unconstitutional act that we simply wouldn't get away with. Just as no State has the right to leave the Union, the Union does not have the right to cede any State."

Mark was a bit taken aback by the President's proposition. He continued to let the foreign leader continue while he pondered what his response would be. "Well Mister President," he said in a southern drawl. "I have to say I wasn't expecting such a proposition from you, especially before we even got to your capital. I'll have to respectfully decline your offer for a number of reasons; primarily because the President didn't authorize me to negotiate such a treaty and also the American government knows little to nothing about your domestic affairs, foreign policy, and a number of other opinions and regulations that we will need to research before such an agreement could be reached. I can't imagine the United States of America defending a nation who she knows nothing of. Though, I am curious as to why the Confederacy requested an American diplomat? The President briefed me that it had to do with borders between the United States and the Confederate States, but from what I understand the borders of our States are quite clear, don't you think?"

"Certainly Mister President." Mark climbed in with the Confederate president and awaited for diplomacy to begin.

Later that day Mark took Air Force two to the Confederacy to meet with the Confederate President. Upon arriving in Montgomery, the Vice President would step out of Air Force Two and shake hands with President Luke. "Good afternoon sir! It's is very nice to be in the great State of Alabama!"

To President Milton Luke of The Confederate States of America From The Office of The President of The United States of America Mister President, I put my full faith and credit in Vice President Anderson who has served two terms as Governor of Georgia, a representative to the Continental Congress, served the people as Mayor of the City of Savannah, and has two degrees from Georgetown University in Political Science and Law. Diminishing this man just because he is from the State of Georgia and believes in his country is a very questionable action indeed. I respectfully state that you are to either accept the Vice President as a diplomat from the United States, or you are to be satisfied without a diplomat. Regards, Ashton Coolidge President of The United States of America --- Again, assuming that the Vice President would be welcomed he would go to the meeting place in the Confederacy after flying there on Air Force Two.

It would be relayed to the Confederate President that the American President was dealing with many domestic issues and would not be able to make it to Montgomery. Vice President Anderson would take Air Force Two to the CSA to represent the White House if the Confederates would accept him as a representative.

To The Government of The Confederate States of America From The State Department of The United States of America To whom it may concern, President Coolidge sends his best regards to the newly elected leaders of the Confederate States. While this is a very busy time for the American government we would be happy to send a representative to Montgomery or host representatives at the White House in Washington D.C. Once again, congratulations on the establishment of your new government. Regards, Gabriel Adams Secretary of State of The United States of America

Ah I understand.

Why was my vote discounted? Or is this for CNRP2?

Ashton Coolidge Elected President President pledges to work with Japanese government. ​Inauguration at the capital building. Ashton Coolidge, former Governor of Maine, was sworn in as the first President of The United States of America following his election by the electoral college. The former Governor of Georgia, Mark Anderson, received the second highest number of votes in the electoral college and was subsequently elected Vice President. The two leaders were reported to have never met before but were "quickly made acquainted" according to a senior White House staffer. After being sworn in the President returned to the White House where his first official action was to pardon "all citizens, soldiers, and individuals who fought for the nation of Faraway against the American Commonwealth." The President also ordered Pentagon officials to declassify all information regarding the Laurentine War. The President also pledged that the American government will continue to work with the Japanese government and military. With the United States being one of the two only sovereign nations in the Western Hemisphere, the President made reformation of the military a top priority. Army recruiters announced that they are optimistic that upwards to ten-thousand Americans are eager to volunteer to join the armed forces when registration opens on Monday, following the resignation of top military officials who worked for the American Commonwealth. Mister Coolidge has planned a trip to Tokyo where he will sit down with the Prime Minister of Japan and discuss what will become of the relationship between Japan and the United States.

To Prime Minister Akiyama Kagami From President Ashton Coolidge Mister Prime Minister, I gratefully accept your invitation to Tokyo. This is a busy time in Washington for everyone but I insisted that we make time to visit with you and your government. Provided that the nation of Tianxia will permit us to fly over the Pacific to meet with you I will leave Washington as soon as possible. Please also give my congratulations to Evangeline Arnault-Delareux on being released from prison. My first executive order was the pardoning of all former Faraway citizens and military personnel and the total commuting of any and all of their prison sentences. I will also be working with the Pentagon to release any relevant information of other high-priority prisoners of war or foreign captives. If your government needs any help finding anyone or anything I will be more than happy to assist in the matter. Best Regards, Ashton Coolidge President of The United States of America

With Eva's permission I claim the following States: Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. The following link is my DoE. http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?/topic/126106-the-united-states-of-america And if I could get a shade of blue a bit lighter than Athens I would really appreciate it. Thank you!

The snow outside was nearly coming down in layers. Light from the sun had trouble coming down to the Earth through the thick snow clouds that crowded the sky. The virgin forests of Maine were now not only thick with vegetation and towering timber but also feet of packed snow. Thirty-five year old Ashton Coolidge enjoyed every brittle crunch each time he took a step through the beautiful wilderness. "Sir, is it much further than this? We've been walking for miles." Ashton's assistant Dug panted almost sickly as they tracked through the snow while Ashton marched on like a trooper. To Dug's relief he pointed and said, "See that clearing right there? The coast is just about on the other side of that hill. Once we get to the boat I'll do the work." Dug kept quiet and trotted through the snow and over the hill. Ashton wasn't lying, the coast was only about one-hundred yards away. A small wooden dock extended out into the mix of ice and numbingly-cold water. Attached to the dock was a small sailboat which was built to accommodate three people at most. Luckily the ice hadn't froze enough of the shore to incase Ashton's boat as well. Dug followed his boss and smiled at the site of the rest. Ashton stepped in first and offered Dug a seat. Using a small motor, they drifted out about ten yards into the Atlantic where the wind was increasingly barraging the two men. Ashton pulled up the sail and pointed at a small pole that was erect from the back of the boat, "Hoist the flag dug. Wouldn't want to confuse anyone." Dug raised the blue flag of Maine which quickly began to flutter. The goal was to finish a few nautical miles north of their location, but of course nothing ever goes to plan. When in the world of politics, these alterations of plans become much larger and have greater meaning. It was of great interest to Ashton and Dug when a small National Guard gunship flying the flag of Maine approached the sailboat and hailed them both. Ashton pulled down the sail and lowered the anchor. "Governor? Do I have permission to board your vessel?" Ashton offered his hand to help the soldier on board. The man thankfully took it and then helped a second man who wasn't in uniform. "Governor Coolidge, this is Matthew Smith." Ashton shook the man's hand and looked at the parchment he was holding. "Governor, I am an official courier of the First Congress of The United States of America in Washington D.C. They have confirmed that a President and Vice President of The United States of America have been elected by the electoral college. I am one of the thirteen messengers sent to the governors to inform what the results are." Matthew broke the red seal on the parchment. "Vice President: Governor Mark Anderson of the State of Georgia. President: Governor Ashton Coolidge of the State of Maine." 24 Hours Later Washington D.C. The White House Ashton folded his hands and looked into the camera before him quite carefully. While there was not much senior staff in his administration yet he knew without doubt that an address to the nation and the world needed to be made. One of the world's superpowers, the American Commonwealth, had been overthrown by an Asian nation in a rather surprising attack. It was indeed a fearful time for the entire hemisphere, but especially the fifty States and Canadian provinces that make up North America. CNN, NBC, FOX News, and ABC were all set to a direct feed from the White House. It would be the most watched televised speech in American history. For those few minutes, more than 200,000,000 Americans were watching throughout the continent - though the United States of America only spanned the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York (including Vermont), Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia (including West Virginia), Carolina (including both Carolinas), and Georgia. "Good evening my fellow Americans. The first address a leader usually makes comes with well-thought out plans for the term of the leader and how he intends to make his country a better place. I do not have such a luxury because I am overseeing the establishment of a new government after the fall of one ridden with aspects of oligarchy and a false identity. The American Commonwealth, a nation under the flag of one State and under a disturbingly altered version of the constitution, has been overthrown by the Japanese government and formally abolished by the First Congress of the United States. I am grateful to the Japanese who have risked their lives in order to defend our right to the pursuit of happiness but who are more importantly not enforcing their dogma on this new government. After only one month of liberation from the American Commonwealth, these thirteen States have sent representatives and formed a new united government that intends to defend the rights of its citizens, keep peace in this hemisphere, and promote global prosperity whenever possible. There is much work that needs to be done in these coming months. So much that I cannot give you a specific outline at this time, but once my cabinet has been established and I have a fully-functional staff to work with we will assemble such an agenda to present to all of the American people. Without doubt I know that this administration will immediately begin working with the congress restructure and reestablish our monetary and military structures which are currently our top priorities along with the confirmation of judges to the Supreme Court, other high courts, and my cabinet. I will be in contact with the congress and the Vice President to ensure that we have a full and functioning government as soon as possible. From there, we will begin to govern but we must first have down the basics. I will also begin diplomatic dialogue with the Japanese government and any other foreign state which wishes to establish relations with the United States... I know that this is an uncertain time for everyone, but we have the duty to get back onto our feet and right our wrongs. We have a duty to ourselves, our families, and our neighbors to ensure that we are united as one nation and will make it through this very difficult and confusing time in our history. I will continue to keep the country updated on our progress, but I thank you for tuning in tonight and wish you all plenty of needed sleep. God bless the United States of America." The cameras and lights turned off and the Oval Office momentarily went dark until the room's lights were turned back on. "Why Mister President, I do declare that was a high and mighty speech especially being improvised at the last second without a speechwriter. I do not think we have been acquainted. I am Mark Anderson of the great State of Georgia, Vice President of these United States."

EVA SAID SOMETHING SHE'S TOXICK NA;KSDF;LJKALNSDKKJSD I'm surprised it took you this long to get annoyed with it.

People like fighting IG? What?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjZdHdd88jo Yep

Just make a Nordic colony.

That or he just doesn't feel like fighting you.

Wow... Not to say you aren't usually logical, but that was the most coherent and reasonable thing I have ever heard you say. I also fear that I agree with it. I said I fear because I think we can still fix what is broken, but it's tempting to think the way you do. So tempting.

What did PresidentDavid say?

Lol this is fun now but for all the wrong reasons. I can't wait to get back to my dorm