Imperator Azenquor Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 (edited) ==Vaule National Stadium== Vaule’s National Stadium was packed with VFP supporters eagerly awaiting the first campaign speech by the leader of the party. The entire crowd fell silent as a woman in a military uniform walked out into the stadium and onto a podium erected at its very center. Seconds later, she was joined on stage by Lt. Kharkov who waved at the crowd. The woman stepped up to the microphone and saluted, before speaking: -Une “Comrades, I am Lt. General Une, candidate for the position of Defense Minister. It gives me great pleasure to introduce the leader of the VFP, a man who has a vision for a new Vaule. Ladies and gentlemen, the leader of the VFP: Mr. Treize Evgeniivich Karolekov!”-Une As the crowd applauded, Treize emerged from the shadows and walked onto the platform. He paused for a moment, observing the crowd, before beginning his speech. -Treize “Friends! Comrades! Vaulians!” *Loud cheering* “The time has come for us to unite under the banner of a new revolution. Let us reform our society and our nation. Let us build a meritocracy that will be the envy of Asia! Let us showcase the true strength, determination and resilience of the Vaulian people…” *cheering* “Why is it, that despite our commitment to Socialism the benefits of our Socialist revolution are yet to reach all of Vaule’s people? We still are bound by a system that is designed to value political influence and wealth over talent, hard work and determination. Why is it, that some of the brilliant minds of our nation struggle daily to pay for their education? Why is it that qualified people have to sit back and watch certain jobs be taken by the unqualified political elite? The answer is simple comrades. Vaule’s current system has been a failure. Socialism was a step in the right direction, but it seems the leaders of our government have lost their way. They have focused not on serving the people, but on their re-election. This must change!” *cheering* *shouts of “Treize! Treize! Treize!”* “We shall send a resounding message to the government, to the Socialist Party and the Nationalist Party. We shall let them know, that the Vaulian people would not mind if they took a holiday.” *laughter* *cheering* “The government has failed to change the system, so let us change the government!” *cheering* *shouts of “Treize! Treize! Treize!”* “Our mission is simple: we will reform the system of government of this nation to become a Meritocratic Socialist nation. We will approach ComIntern matters in a more independent manner. We will strengthen the defenses of our Socialist Republic, and we shall mercilessly root out corruption in all levels of government. Let us begin the new phase of our Great Revolution! For the people! For the Republic! And for Vaule!” As soon as Treize finished his speech, the entire stadium burst into loud applause. Confetti and balloons filled the sky as Treize and Une waved to the crowds. Une, Treize and Lt. Kharkov exited the stadium. On cue, the VFP released their policy aims in a short manifesto titled : “The Re-birth of the nation along the path of true meritocracy” ===VNN News Report=== “This evening Vaule’s election campaign kicked off with a massive rally at the National Stadium by supporters of the VFP. The little known political party has been campaigning in every one of Vaule’s provinces. The movement appears to be gaining some momentum as disenchanted Socialist Party supporters as well as some moderate Democratic Party supporters appear to be flocking to their ranks. The party also has a significant advantage heading into this election cycle. The VFP is the only party whose current or previous leader is not on trial, in jail or involved in a pending corruption investigation. The charismatic Treize Karolekov, or ‘Comrade Treize’ as he is also known, has emerged as a serious contender in the Presidential race. After his political rally, support for the Socialist Party fell 9.7% and support for the Nationalist party dipped 2.3%. If this erosion of popular support for those in Parliament continues, we can expect major changes. With the election mere weeks away, the candidates will have to use their time and funds efficiently. As far as this goes, the VFP has managed to not only hit the ground running, but to hit the ground ahead of all of the other political parties.” Public opinion poll:Preference for Presidential election: Zuganov (Socialist Party) – 42% Karolekov (VFP)-39% Kalinovic (Nationalist Party)-19% "All of Vaule's Presidential candidates will appear at a live news conference tomorrow morning to answer the questions of both the local and international press. As we speak, preparations are being made to facilitate the conference. The government has relaxed some of the entry permit restrictions and has made preparations to permit the use of teleconferencing for those unable to send reporters." OOC: OOC and IC Comments are welcome Edited May 16, 2009 by Imperator Azenquor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maelstrom Vortex Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 Somewhere deep in Dragonisia, a man with a Blue Dragon pin on his lapel quietly smiled as he watched the news reports out of Vaule that night on the elections. He picked up a phone, "It's looking good, sir. They appear ready to embrace a socialistic form of Meritocracy with open arms. I'll keep you updated and advise if they need any more help." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtleknifewielder Posted May 16, 2009 Report Share Posted May 16, 2009 OOC: Looking very good so far. I'll need to use the teleconferencing option to ask any questions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperator Azenquor Posted May 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 VNN: Press Conference begins “The first press conference in this Presidential campaign begins in just a few minutes. Once all three candidates arrive on stage, we will begin taking questions from the press. VNN has made teleconferencing and other electronic media available to send in questions to the candidates. With the polls days away, examining each candidate’s positions and their party’s aims is of vital importance. Without further delay, ladies and gentlemen, the candidates for the Presidency of Vaule: Grigori Zuganov (Socialist Party) Treize Karolekov (VFP) Mikhail Kalinovic (Nationalist Party)” **Applause** “The first question will be taken from a member of the International press” OOC: You don't need to RP arriving, just RP asking the questions either from someone already present, or via teleconferencing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markus Wilding Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 An Alvonian reporter stood up. "What do the candidates have to say about Alvonia Socialist Party's Lennard Hacker's arrest and solitary confinement sentence? OOC: I had to do it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah Tintagyl Posted May 17, 2009 Report Share Posted May 17, 2009 "Gentlemen, Hanseatic Broadcasting Company here. We must ask all of you, if elected what are your individual policies at the Joint-Protectorate zone concerning both Hanseatic forces and Vaulian forces? In addition, what measure will your administration take for further stabilization of Asia? Also, have you any plans to change Vaule's foreign policy as it stands right now?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperator Azenquor Posted May 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2009 An Alvonian reporter stood up. "What do the candidates have to say about Alvonia Socialist Party's Lennard Hacker's arrest and solitary confinement sentence?OOC: I had to do it “I see no reason to comment on the Alvonian elections.”-Grigori Zuganov “I am certain that the Alvonian people are capable of selecting their leaders, therefore I see no impact that my endorsement of any of the candidates will have on the outcome. If I were to endorse a candidate in the Alvonian elections, then I believe that endorsement would be to Ms. Holkham”-Treize Karolekov “It would not be appropriate for me to comment on what is arguably an internal Alvonian matter.”-Kalinovic "Gentlemen, Hanseatic Broadcasting Company here. We must ask all of you, if elected what are your individual policies at the Joint-Protectorate zone concerning both Hanseatic forces and Vaulian forces? In addition, what measure will your administration take for further stabilization of Asia? Also, have you any plans to change Vaule's foreign policy as it stands right now?" “We intend to maintain the Joint Protectorate region as it is now with further emphasis on the maintenance of stability so that at some point in the future a legitimate local government shall be able to be installed. As for stabilizing Asia we believe that stability in Asia can be maintained by a continuation of strong diplomatic moves in the Asian region.”-Grigori Zuganov “Regarding the protectorate region, I feel that not only do we need to continue to maintain peacekeeping forces in the region, but we also need to invest in infrastructure projects as well as the setting up of institutions of self-government in the region so that there will be a smooth, seamless transition to a fully sovereign government once the region is capable of doing so. The matter of Asian stability is a much more complex issue. On the one hand, Vaule intends to use diplomacy, as well as our regional influence and ties with other Asian nations to ensure stability in East Asia. Regarding the west, and Asia’s border with the Nordlandic Confederacy, Vaule intends to raise a number of issues with the ComIntern about steps that can be taken to ensure stability. There have been a number of statements from fellow ComIntern members that have caused alarm in Vaule, we feel that it is necessary to address these, and other issues regarding the ComIntern. We will also aggressively push for the ComIntern to open diplomatic channels with the members of the Nordlandic Confederacy in an attempt to diffuse potential conflicts before they escalate and become continent-wide wars. We intend to explore the possibility of Vaule normalizing diplomatic ties with our Nordlandic neighbors if they so desire. Vaule also intends to take a more independent stance within the ComIntern organization as well in an attempt to continue stability in the region.”-Treize Karolekov “In order to maintain stability in the Asian region, Vaule needs to immediately withdraw from the ComIntern. It is necessary to ensure that Vaule does not become a puppet of the ComIntern organization to be used to attack our Nordlandic neighbors. It cannot aid stability for Vaule to be a member of an organization that had the audacity to attempt to manipulate the culture of a sovereign nation.”-Kalnovic "Next question."-Moderator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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