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Yesterday’s Answer: Who is John the Baptist?

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600 Guitars

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FOREIGN WORDS

THE HOLY ROMAN EMPIRE FROM 800 TO 1806 WAS THE FIRST; THE GERMAN EMPIRE FROM 1871 TO 1918 WAS THE SECOND

What is … ?

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Thursday, 18 September, 2014 :: 30

Whoever relies on the Tao in governing men
doesn't try to force issues
or defeat enemies by force of arms.
For every force there is a counterforce.
Violence, even well intentioned,
always rebounds upon oneself.

The Master does his job
and then stops.
He understands that the universe
is forever out of control,
and that trying to dominate events
goes against the current of the Tao.
Because he believes in himself,
he doesn't try to convince others.
Because he is content with himself,
he doesn't need others' approval.
Because he accepts himself,
the whole world accepts him.

tao

SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE PROS AND CONS ~ http://twizz.co.uk/scottish-independence-pros-and-cons

Popular 'Against' Arguments

Unity is strength: in its unity with the UK, Scotland is part of a very powerful, rich and influential state. Becoming independent would arguably significantly decrease Scotland's global presence and influence.

Scotland's continued membership of the EU is not clear, as the European Commission has not been asked by the UK Government for a clear response. Experts and politicians have disagreed on whether or not Scotland's status as an EU member state could be established before Scotland becomes independent. The terms of this continued membership are also not guaranteed.

There has been speculation over how Scotland will survive if we no longer have access to the British "money pot". Many people say that going independent is an extremely large economic gamble, especially in times of recession and rising unemployment.

Britain owes some very large debts to foreign countries, which Scotland is partly responsible for. In becoming independent we'd have to negotiate which debts we should pay off, and how much we're singularly responsible for. We have so many ties with the rest of Britain that this would be a very tedious process that would take several years.

Scotland will have a smaller voice on the world stage if independent.

SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE PROS AND CONS ~ http://twizz.co.uk/scottish-independence-pros-and-cons

Popular 'For' Arguments

Many laws which are enforced in Scotland are decided and passed in England, and are intended primarily for England without much consideration for the Scottish people. For example, the winter allowance for pensioners in Scotland is the same as it is in England, despite the much colder and harsher climates which exist in Scotland.

Scotland would have a much stronger economy. Scotland owns huge shares in oil, which we wouldn't have to split if we became independent.

Britain is arguably founded on extremely undemocratic ideologies. For example, 26 seats in the house of lords (a senior committee which amends and passes laws) are taken up by bishops purely because they're members of the church of England. The Scottish parliament has a much more democratic system, which does not reserve places for church members and uses a proportional electoral system for appointing members of parliament. Becoming independent would therefore arguably be a step for democracy

In becoming independent, we'd need to integrate ourselves more heavily with Europe. There are plans by independence parties here to set up ties with Nordic countries such as Norway and Denmark. Adopting a Nordic political model would arguably be more beneficial for Scotland, which traditionally and politically has more in common with Nordic countries than with England.

Scotland is currently heading in a different political direction from the rest of the UK. Scotland is represented to the world by the Conservative party which we have rejected for years.

Today’s Featured Nation:
Anategria

”Strength in numbers, power in peace”

WA Category: New York Times Democracy

Civil Rights: Excellent
Economy: Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb

Anategria's national animal is the Albion Hawk, which soars majestically through the nation's famously clear skies, and its currency is the Dais.

Anategria is ranked 107th in NationStates and 49,130th in the world for Largest Defense Forces, with 22 Unexploded Ordnance per Square Mile.

Mikeswill

The Mikes Hope Essence of Mikeswill graciously extends a warm welcome to our newest Nations:

Pinneland
Lol 137
Danuland
Thiboeqistan
Tackistan
Zeeshan abid

Our Esteemed Region continues to attract the Most
Enlightened Nations in the JenGov Land.

MH

Yesterday’s Answer: What is a/the Reich.

Congratulations:
Arithei

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MOVIES ABOUT MOVIES

THE TITLE CHARACTER OF THIS 2013 FILM WAS PLAYED BY DAVID TOMLINSON, WHO WAS ACTUALLY SEEN ONLY IN CLIPS FROM A 1964 FILM

What is … ?

Friday, 19 September, 2014 :: 31

Weapons are the tools of violence;
all decent men detest them.

Weapons are the tools of fear;
a decent man will avoid them
except in the direst necessity
and, if compelled, will use them
only with the utmost restraint.
Peace is his highest value.
If the peace has been shattered,
how can he be content?
His enemies are not demons,
but human beings like himself.
He doesn't wish them personal harm.
Nor does he rejoice in victory.
How could he rejoice in victory
and delight in the slaughter of men?

He enters a battle gravely,
with sorrow and with great compassion,
as if he were attending a funeral.

tao

Today’s Featured Nation:
Julian Castro

”Si se puede!”

WA Category: Civil Rights Lovefest

Civil Rights: Excellent
Economy: Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb

Julian Castro's national animal is the Democratic Donkey, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the Future of America.

Julian Castro is ranked 139th in NationStates and 40,651st in the world for Best Weather, with 8 Metres of Sunlight Above Expected.

Mikeswill

The current WA Resolution, Liberate Versutian Federation has been posted on our off-site forums at:

http://www.runboard.com/bnationstates.f2.t8362

SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION AT VOTE

Liberate Versutian Federation
A resolution to strike down Delegate-imposed barriers to free entry in a region.

Category: Liberation

Nominee (region): Versutian Federation

Description: The Security Council;

Recognizing that Versutian Federation was once a large and active region,

Further recognizing that Versutian Federation was notorious for raiding Warzones,

Appalled that Versutian Federation acted as a proxy for many disgraced organizations, such as NAZI EUROPE, the Greater German Reich, Macedon, The Black Riders, The Black Hawks and Allied States of EuroIslanders, all of which are condemned by this council,

Noting that in conjunction with Haven, Versutian Federation was responsible for the infamous coup in The South Pacific,

Further noting that Versutian Federation's coup put Milograd into the delegacy, a nation condemned twice by this council,

Realizing that Versutian Federation was evacuated and locked down by force after their founder, Divair had ceased to exist,

Stating that no nation should be forced against their will to leave the region that they are a native of,

Further stating that all nations, native and non-native alike should be allowed to enter Versutian Federation without a password,

Hereby liberates Versutian Federation.

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LIBERATION PROPOSALS:
The bottom line is that when Defenders lose in the field of battle they result to cowardice and change the rules of play. I have kept my Region Raider free for 9+ years by keen vigilance to the Game Play throughout the JenGuv World. This has included Puppets and Spies and infiltration of Regions. Such is the way of the Rules which I accepted when I created my Nation on October 28, 2003. If a Region cannot defend itself, too bad! The leadership should have been responsible. These SC Resolutions tilt the balance to Elitist who determine what is a Raid and what is Liberation by manipulating the Rules. It is like playing with a brat who takes away the toys when the outcome goes against his bias. The only security I have in my Region aside from Endorsements is the RIGHT as Delegate to Password my Region against any threat. If this RIGHT is at the whim of the SC then have the game makers remove all password abilities across the board thereby removing this continued farce of hypocrisy.

As such, Mikeswill voted AGAINST the World Assembly Resolution "Liberate Versutian Federation".

Mikes Hope Essence of Mikeswill
WA Delegate
NationStates Region

Saturday, 20 September, 2014 :: 32

The Tao can't be perceived.
Smaller than an electron,
it contains uncountable galaxies.

If powerful men and women
could remain centered in the Tao,
all things would be in harmony.
The world would become a paradise.
All people would be at peace,
and the law would be written in their hearts.

When you have names and forms,
know that they are provisional.
When you have institutions,
know where their functions should end.
Knowing when to stop,
you can avoid any danger.

All things end in the Tao
as rivers flow into the sea.

tao

Today’s Featured Nation:
Rodrigo y Gabriela

” Area 52 con C.U.B.A.”

WA Category: New York Times Democracy

Civil Rights: Excellent
Economy: Very Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb

Rodrigo y Gabriela's national animal is the Flaminco Rumba, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the Acoustic Guitars.

Rodrigo y Gabriela is ranked 53rd in NationStates and 21,331st in the world for Largest Soda Pop Sector, scoring 3 on the Addison-Fukk Productivity Rating.

Mikeswill

Sunday, 21 September, 2014 :: 33

Knowing others is intelligence;
knowing yourself is true wisdom.
Mastering others is strength;
mastering yourself is true power.

If you realize that you have enough,
you are truly rich.
If you stay in the center
and embrace death with your whole heart,
you will endure forever.

tao

So Scotland voted against independence by 55% to 45% in favour.

Personally, I am delighted with the result. I live in a part of England that has more in common with Scotland than we do with London and the south of England. Indeed, southern Scotland and my part of England were a single country - the basis of this NS nation - until some disconnected, self-serving nobles drew and arbitrary line across the map and decided it would be the border between Scotland and England.

Indeed, Scots (historically Lowlands based as opposed to Highlands based Gaels) historically had more in common with Northern England than it did with the Highlands. The Scots language is descended from the Northumbrian dialect of Old and Middle English. The two only began to diverge in the time of Shakespeare and Early Modern English.

Scotland remaining in the Union hasn't only strengthened it, it has empowered it. In a Scotland-free United Kingdom, my part of the country would be more ignored than ever. With Scotland choosing to remain, albeit with expanded powers, it has also spoken for all the regions of England neglected by Westminster.

Personally, I favour a federal UK, similar to Canada, with each province (or, in our case, home nation) having its own parliament with equal but separate powers to one another. This would be over-arched by a 'federal', Westminster-based British Parliament which would be halved in size and would have exclusive powers such as constitutional affairs, foreign and defence affairs and economic affairs. The House of Lords would be reformed into a partly or wholly elected 'Senate' under a proportional system of voting (as opposed to the first-past-the-post system used to elect the House of Commons).

Alas! I've taken up enough of this RMB on pipe dreams.

God Save the United Kingdom!

Thank you Northumbria for your kind words

Today’s Featured Nation:
Anategria

”Strength in numbers, power in peace”

WA Category: New York Times Democracy

Civil Rights: Excellent
Economy: Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb

Anategria's national animal is the Albion Hawk, which soars majestically through the nation's famously clear skies, and its currency is the Dais.

Anategria is ranked 184th in NationStates and 40,314th in the world for Largest Welfare Programs, scoring 25 on the Safety Net Mesh Density Rating.

Mikeswill

Friday’s Answer: What is “Saving Mr. Banks”?

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HSPVA

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THE BILLBOARD ALBUM CHARTS

11 MOVIE SOUNDTRACK ALBUMS BY THIS PERFORMER HIT THE BILLBOARD TOP 10, WITH 4 HITTING NO. 1

Who is … ?

Hi guys...new here...
...should I make this post super-long or something ;)

Monday, 22 September, 2014 :: 34

The great Tao flows everywhere.
All things are born from it,
yet it doesn't create them.
It pours itself into its work,
yet it makes no claim.
It nourishes infinite worlds,
yet it doesn't hold on to them.
Since it is merged with all things
and hidden in their hearts,
it can be called humble.
Since all things vanish into it
and it alone endures,
it can be called great.
It isn't aware of its greatness;
thus it is truly great.

tao

WKNS Radio: Roy Orbison ~

"You Got It"

Every time I look into your lovely eyes,
I see a love that money just can't buy.
One look from you, I drift away.
I pray that you are here to stay.

Anything you want, you got it.
Anything you need, you got it.
Anything at all, you got it.
Baby!

Every time I hold you I begin to understand,
Everything about you tells me I'm your man.
I live my life to be with you.
No one can do the things you do.
Anything you want, you got it.
Anything you need, you got it.
Anything at all, you got it.
Baby!
Anything you want
Anything you need
Anything at all

I'm glad to give my love to you.
I know you feel the way I do.
Anything you want, you got it.
Anything you need, you got it.
Anything at all, you got it.
Baby!
Anything you want, you got it
Anything you need, you got it
Anything at all, you got it
Baby
Anything at all
Baby
You got it

stevie

Today’s Featured Nation:
Yfricantus

”WE CAN!”

WA Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy

Civil Rights: Some
Economy: Reasonable
Political Freedoms: Average

YFRICANTUS's national animal is the LION, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the RON.

YFRICANTUS is ranked 39th in NationStates and 29,119th in the world for Largest Arms Manufacturing Sector, scoring 3 on the Charon Conveyancy Index.

Mikeswill

Yesterday’s Answer: Who is Elvis Presley

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Long Live Elvis

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ENGLISH MONARCHS

SHE WAS BORN NEAR LONDON; HER MOTHER, NEAR MADRID

Who is … ?

Tuesday, 23 September, 2014 :: 35

She who is centered in the Tao
can go where she wishes, without danger.
She perceives the universal harmony,
even amid great pain,
because she has found peace in her heart.

Music or the smell of good cooking
may make people stop and enjoy.
But words that point to the Tao
seem monotonous and without flavor.
When you look for it, there is nothing to see.
When you listen for it, there is nothing to hear.
When you use it, it is inexhaustible.

tao

Today’s Featured Nation:
Northfarthing

”A simple life”

WA Category: Left-Leaning College State

Civil Rights: Superb
Economy: Reasonable
Political Freedoms: Excellent

Northfarthing's national animal is the chicken, which is also the nation's favorite main course, and its currency is the pound.

Northfarthing is ranked 295th in NationStates and 91,827th in the world for Largest Furniture Restoration Industry, scoring -2 on the Spitz-Pollish Productivity Index.

Mikeswill

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