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Today’s Featured Nation:
Maltium

”One People. One Nation. One God”

WA Category: Corporate Police State

Civil Rights: Unheard Of
Economy: Frightening
Political Freedoms: Outlawed

Maltium's national animal is the Falcon, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to toxic air pollution.

Maltium is ranked 16th in NationStates and 5,460th in the world for Largest Pizza Delivery Sector, scoring 4 on the Pepperoni Propulsion Productivity Index.

Mikeswill

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

Shendo
Poortasia
The ethereal wind
Morovias
Gambiant
Romal simon

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

MH

Friday’s Answer: What is a the St. Lawrence River?

Congratulations:
Anderscoft

Only telegrammed responses will be considered

U.S. CITIES

IN 1846 IT HAD 200 PEOPLE; 14 YEARS LATER, THANKS TO A DISCOVERY, IT HAD OVER 50,000, MAKING IT NUMBER 15 IN THE COUNTRY

What is … ?

Monday, 26 January, 2015 :: 38

The Master doesn't try to be powerful;
thus he is truly powerful.
The ordinary man keeps reaching for power;
thus he never has enough.

The Master does nothing,
yet he leaves nothing undone.
The ordinary man is always doing things,
yet many more are left to be done.

The kind man does something,
yet something remains undone.
The just man does something,
and leaves many things to be done.
The moral man does something,
and when no one responds
he rolls up his sleeves and uses force.

When the Tao is lost, there is goodness.
When goodness is lost, there is morality.
When morality is lost, there is ritual.
Ritual is the husk of true faith,
the beginning of chaos.

Therefore the Master concerns himself
with the depths and not the surface,
with the fruit and not the flower.
He has no will of his own.
He dwells in reality,
and lets all illusions go.

tao

Mikeswill voted against the World Assembly Resolution "Repeal "Marine Debris Accord"".

Amongst NationStates residents, voting is currently 12-9 (57% For).

MH

Orzodox pastafarianism

WKNS Rdio: ABBA 1980 ~

"The Winner Takes It All"

I don't wanna talk
About things we've gone through
Though it's hurting me
Now it's history
I've played all my cards
And that's what you've done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play

The winner takes it all
The loser's standing small
Beside the victory
That's her destiny

I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence
Building me a home
Thinking I'd be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules

The gods may throw the dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear
The winner takes it all
The loser has to fall
It's simple and it's plain
Why should I complain?

But tell me does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you?
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name?
Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say?
Rules must be obeyed

The judges will decide
The likes of me abide
Spectators of the show
Always staying low
The game is on again
A lover or a friend
A big thing or a small
The winner takes it all

I don't wanna talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You've come to shake my hand
I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence
But you see
The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all...

stevie

Today’s Featured Nation:
Kotha

”Obedience is Strength”

WA Category: Psychotic Dictatorship

Civil Rights: Unheard Of
Economy: Good
Political Freedoms: Unheard Of

Kotha's national animal is the Panda, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests.

Kotha is ranked 2nd in NationStates and 1,141st in the world for Most Authoritarian, with 6.757 Stalins.

Mikeswill

Yesterday’s Answer: What is San Francisco?

Congratulations:
Steal This Book

Only telegrammed responses will be considered

BEST ACTOR OSCARS

1 OF 2 PERFORMERS TO WIN 2 BEST ACTOR OSCARS FOR FILMS THAT WON BEST PICTURE

Who is … ?

Tuesday, 27 January, 2015 :: 39

In harmony with the Tao,
the sky is clear and spacious,
the earth is solid and full,
all creature flourish together,
content with the way they are,
endlessly repeating themselves,
endlessly renewed.

When man interferes with the Tao,
the sky becomes filthy,
the earth becomes depleted,
the equilibrium crumbles,
creatures become extinct.

The Master views the parts with compassion,
because he understands the whole.
His constant practice is humility.
He doesn't glitter like a jewel
but lets himself be shaped by the Tao,
as rugged and common as stone.

tao

The current WA Resolution, Repeal "Liberate The Mountains to the East" has been posted on our off-site forums at:

http://www.runboard.com/bnationstates.f2.t83657

SECURITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION AT VOTE

Repeal "Liberate The Mountains to the East"
A resolution to repeal previously passed legislation.

Category: Repeal

Resolution: SC#164

Description: WA Security Council Resolution #164: Liberate The Mountains to the East shall be struck out and rendered null and void.

Argument: The Security Council,

Recognizing The Mountains to The East as a peaceful non-hostile community,

Angered The Mountains to The East was invaded by an aggressive multiregional force which assumed the delegacy, and placed a secret password in place, whilst simultaneously beginning to suppress native dissidence,

Shocked that the nation of The Zombie Apocalypse of Sadko, was able to hold the delegacy for over two months, and was able to accumulate sufficient influence to completely empty the region of nations,

Commending the efforts by Spiritus, The United Defenders League and others in liberating the region from The Black Riders, this returning some semblance of normalcy to the region so ravaged by invading forces,

Noting the regional natives desire to secure the region under their own control,

Aware that Security Council Resolution #164, "Liberate the Mountains to the East." while removing the secret password put in place by Sadko, also restricts the natives ability to secure the region under their own control,

Believing Security Council Resolution #164, "Liberate the Mountains to the East." has served it's ultimate goal of allowing the natives to return to their homeland,

Hereby repeals Security Council Resolution #164, "Liberate the Mountains to the East."

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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 10+ 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, voted FOR the World Assembly Resolution "Repeal "Liberate The Mountains to the East"".

Mikes Hope Essence of Mikeswill
WA Delegate
NationStates Region

Orzodox pastafarianism

NationStates Endorsement Policy and Limits
Greetings, Sovereign Nations of the NationStates Region
Please take a moment to inform yourself of the Endorsement policy of our great region. Endorsement caps are common in regions across NationStates, and are even more important for the security of Founderless Regions. Our security precautions ensure our stability and the protection of our community from those that would selfishly seek to replace our community with their ego.

All players are encouraged to join The World Assembly and endorse the Delegate.Our Delegate is the in-game Administrator of the NationStates Region. Your endorsements empower our region in World Affairs as well as increase our Influence to ensure our region's security. (Just remember NationStates Rules allow only one World Assembly member nation per player).

Please take note that while each nation has the right to choose whether or not to endorse any given World Assembly nation, failure to endorse the Delegate places a drain upon the Delegate's Influence. A World Assembly member nation only needs two endorsements in order to fully participate in all World Assembly game features, so this lower cap will not affect your ability to fully participate in the game.The endorsement cap levels and policies are subject to change as the effects of this implementation become more clear, and as in-region/in-game circumstances may change (such as significant changes in population).

What happens when a nation exceeds the cap ?

- In the event that a nation has not endorsed the Delegate, and exceeds the cap, that nation will be contacted and given the opportunity to endorse the Delegate or take action to reduce its endorsements into compliance. Failure to take either of these actions will result in removal from the region.

- In the event that a nation has endorsed the Delegate and exceeds the cap, that nation will be contacted and given the opportunity to take action to reduce its endorsements. Failure to take such action will result in removal from the region.

- In the event that a nation is clearly 'endotarting' to quickly gain endorsements to threaten or test the security of the region, or to make a 'run' at the Delegacy, that nation will be contacted and expected to take immediate action to reduce its endorsements within One Update (12 hours). An immediate eject and ban will result for failure to respond or cooperate. Banjection will come more quickly if said nation engages in poor telegram etiquette.

I've exceeded the cap, what should I do?

- The quickest method available is to resign from the World Assembly. You will lose all your endorsements, and you can then reapply and rejoin.

- Don't want to bother with resigning and rejoining the World Assembly ? Instead you can move your nation out of the region for one update (updates occur twice daily). Your endorsements will be removed by spending one update out of the region. You can then return to the region with a clean slate, and seek endorsements up to the cap once again

- You can also attempt to telegram nations that are endorsing you, to ask them to remove their endorsements. This method is fine when you have only slightly exceeded the cap, but may take time. You must be proactive when using this option, as failure to take action in a timely manner will result in the Delegate removing you from the region.

The Mikes Hope Essence of Mikeswill
WA Delegate
NationStates Region

Orzodox pastafarianism

Arrogant Diplomacy is ranked 1st in NationStates and 900th in the world for Most Authoritarian, with 7.232 Stalins.

WKNS Radio: Thin Lizzy ~

"The Boys Are Back In Town"

Guess who just got back today?
Those wild-eyed boys that had been away
Haven't changed, haven't much to say
But man, I still think those cats are great

They were asking if you were around
How you was, where you could be found
I told them you were living downtown
Driving all the old men crazy

The boys are back in town

You know the chick that used to dance a lot
Every night she'd be on the floor shaking what she'd got
Man when I tell you she was cool, she was red hot
I mean she was steaming

That night over at Johnny's place
Well this chick got up and she slapped Johnny's face
Man we just fell about the place
If that chick don't want to know, forget her

Friday night they'll be dressed to kill
Down at Dino's bar and grill
The drink will flow and blood will spill
If the boys want to fight, you'd better let them

That jukebox in the corner blasting out my favorite song
The nights are getting warmer, it won't be long
It won't be long till summer comes
Now that the boys are here again

The boys are back in town

stevie

Today’s Featured Nation:
Feenteeensii

”Fe'tena S'he h'ee Ja'Snoˇvid Ginçie'he'e ashi 'erˇvaţ!”

WA Category: Democratic Socialists

Civil Rights: Very Good
Economy: Basket Case
Political Freedoms: Excellent

Feenteeensii's national animal is the Glee'edon, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its national religion is Ar'jena'en.

Feenteeensii is ranked 15th in NationStates and 5,131st in the world for Most Beautiful Environments, with 739.55 Pounds of Wildlife less Pounds of Concrete per square mile.

Mikeswill

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

New morovia
Sanfranbob
Alqaedastan
Saint Kanye
Goldsky

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

MH

Yesterday’s Answer: What are Marlon Brando or Dustin Hoffman?

Congratulations:
The Actor

Only telegrammed responses will be considered

MEDIEVAL LITERATURE

CHARACTERS IN THIS EPIC 4,002-LINE POEM INCLUDE COUNT OGIER, DUKE THIERRY AND ARCHBISHOP TURPIN OF REIMS

What is … ?

Wednesday, 28 January, 2015 :: 40

Return is the movement of the Tao.
Yielding is the way of the Tao.

All things are born of being.
Being is born of non-being.

tao

WKNS Radio: Buffalo Springfield ~

"For What It's Worth"

There's something happening here
But what it is ain't exactly clear
There's a man with a gun over there
Telling me I got to beware

I think it's time we stop
Children, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

There's battle lines being drawn
Nobody's right if everybody's wrong
Young people speaking' their minds
Getting so much resistance from behind

It's time we stop
Hey, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

What a field day for the heat
A thousand people in the street
Singing songs and carrying signs
Mostly saying, "hooray for our side"

It's time we stop
Hey, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

Paranoia strikes deep
Into your life it will creep
It starts when you're always afraid
Step out of line, the men come and take you away

We better stop
Hey, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

We better stop
Hey, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

We better stop
Now, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

We better stop
Children, what's that sound?
Everybody look - what's going down?

stevie

Today’s Featured Nation:
Cuyacucho

”Under This Sun, The Stone God Rules”

WA Category: Tyranny by Majority

Civil Rights: Unheard Of
Economy: Reasonable
Political Freedoms: Widely Abused

Cuyacucho's national animal is the Jaguar, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests.

Cuyacucho is ranked 5th in NationStates and 2,948th in the world for Most Devout, scoring 115 on the Paradise-Perdition Likelihood Rating.

Mikeswill

The current WA Resolution, War Crimes Tribunal has been posted on our off-site forums at:

http://www.runboard.com/bnationstates.f2.t83658

GENERAL ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION AT VOTE

War Crimes Tribunal
A resolution to improve world security by boosting police and military budgets.

Category: International Security

Strength: Significant

Description: The World Assembly,

RECOGNIZING that war crimes are crimes against humanity,

DECLARING that war crimes are so heinous that the international community as a whole has the responsibility to bring to justice those who are guilty of such crimes,

CONVINCED about the potential abuses of power associated with granting jurisdiction over war crimes to individual nations,

The General Assembly,

Hereby creates the International War Crimes Tribunal (IWCT) tasks it with the following mandate:

To investigate persons suspected of war crimes,

To issue arrest warrants for persons suspected of war crimes if investigations deem the evidence is compelling enough to warrant indictment,

To work with member nations in the trial of suspected war criminals indicted by the International War Crimes Tribunal within their jurisdiction, according to the principals of fairness and impartiality in trials endorsed by the World Assembly.

Compels members to execute warrants issued by the IWTC,

Mandates that members pursue the extradition of persons wanted for war crimes, not under their jurisdictions by all legal means,

Demands member nations that are incapacitated or otherwise incapable of trying and detaining individuals suspected or convicted of war crimes extradite those individuals to a member state capable of or trying and incarcerating those individuals, according to the principals of fairness and impartiality in trials endorsed by the World Assembly.

Mikes Hope Essence of Mikeswill
WA Delegate
NationStates Region

Orzodox pastafarianism

Yesterday’s Answer: What is The Song of Roland?
(Chanson de Roland & Codex Palatinus Germanicus 112)

Congratulations:
The Song of Roland
Arithei
The ethereal wind

Only telegrammed responses will be considered

RANKS AND TITLES

IN 1858 RULE OF INDIA WENT FROM THE EAST INDIA CO. TO THE BRITISH CROWN AND LORD CANNING BECAME THE FIRST HOLDER OF THIS TITLE

What is … ?

Thursday, 29 January, 2015 :: 41

When a superior man hears of the Tao,
he immediately begins to embody it.
When an average man hears of the Tao,
he half believes it, half doubts it.
When a foolish man hears of the Tao,
he laughs out loud.
If he didn't laugh,
it wouldn't be the Tao.

Thus it is said:
The path into the light seems dark,
the path forward seems to go back,
the direct path seems long,
true power seems weak,
true purity seems tarnished,
true steadfastness seems changeable,
true clarity seems obscure,
the greatest art seems unsophisticated,
the greatest love seems indifferent,
the greatest wisdom seems childish.

The Tao is nowhere to be found.
Yet it nourishes and completes all things.

tao

Today’s Featured Nation:
Tarthos

”The Mighty Move The World”

WA Category: Compulsory Consumerist State

Civil Rights: Some
Economy: Frightening
Political Freedoms: Few

Tarthos's national animal is the Ram, which is also the nation's favorite main course.

Tarthos is ranked 10th in NationStates and 4,992nd in the world for Largest Automobile Manufacturing Sector, scoring 5 on the Henry Ford Productivity Index.

Mikeswill

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

Confederated tribes of the undying star
Jabarry
Mahadesha
Ragnkia
Theravadistan

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

MH

Yesterday’s Answer: What is Viceroy?

Congratulations:
Dundas
Anderscoft
Lee hong wee

Only telegrammed responses will be considered

INVENTORS

IN 1702 THOMAS SAVERY WROTE OF ONE OF HIS DESIGNS, “SUCH AN ENGINE WILL DO THE WORK OR LABOUR OF TEN OR TWELVE” THESE

What are … ?

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