Let me begin by saying that it is indeed abhorrent that children were killed in this... debacle. It is unfortunate that people such as Mr. Ulyanov would lead a charge with children; in fact, it is for such a reason as vandalism, child endangerment, vandalism, breaking and entering and possession of a weapon with intent to cause bodily harm that Mr. Ulyanov is being sought. There are other charges such as conspiracy to commit murder as well, but these are not the focus.

At this tme, Batimn does not have a policy stating what sort of defenses any private citizen can have to defend their home, including explosives. In light of this tragedy, such a legislation will be quickly passed through the government. We will not, however, distance ourselves from one of our most beloved patrons because of this incident.

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What of the burning debris hurled for a mile from the explosion, killing your civilians? And so far as I have been aware these rural communities close to the school have had several wounded and atleast three deaths, yet no public announcement? No apologies? Is it allowable for the aristocracy to lob flaming rock and metal arbitrarily at civilian communities? Neimoidia passed legislation outlawing such more than 20,000 years ago (In the Flaming Projectile Prohibition Act of 20,867 BBY).

Baltimn's "Government" seems hell bent on disenfrancising its people in its actions regarding this, and Neimoidia is frankly concerned with Baltimn's present State, and suggests that attempting to arrest the leader of an increasingly popular revolutionary movement is likely to throw fire on the flames. Before Ambassador Stomwell (whos government's approval ratings frankly speak for themselves) casts unsubstantiated allegations at domestic political figures in an attempt to deflect attention away from the individual even now popularly known on Baltimn as the "El Sangriento Duque" which I am told translates roughly as "The Bloody Duke", how much more blood will you allow your frankly uncontrolled aristocracy to shed?

I also highlight to the Chamber that Mr Stomwell refers to El Sangriento Duque as a beloved patron, a patron of your own political party perhaps? or is his patronage dealt with under the table? is in fact El Sangriento Duque the true ruler of Baltimn, and your government a simple fascade? a sham? a hoax? Do enlighten me Mr Stomwell.

Also, while I recognise your right to freedom of speech Senator Kruus, I must urge you to keep your language parliamentary, and to treat Ambassador Stomwell with the respect his position demands, as an official envoy to our New Republic. The Chair does not however ask you to redact your current statements, or move to call you to order or censure. I understand this is a highly emotive issue and one which Senator Kruus, our Poet Laureate, indeed in this role Ambassador of the zeitgeist of the New Republic, may be expressing in strong terms, in line with the feelings of most of our citizens.

All the same, if we could keep the rhetoric polite and civil, I would be appreciative.

That being said, Baltimn's government passed a unanimous law yesterday that makes possession of explosive devices without the proper permits illegal and punishable by a very severe fine and a good amount of time in prison. As well, the families who have lost members or those injured will be paid a very large recompense; more than enough to ensure their lives will be lived out as comfortably as possible. Baltimn shares their loss and pain, and we grieve with them.

Duke Cale is not part of any political party, Senator Kruus. He is, at least until this incident occurred, a beloved citizen of Baltimn because of his work with the public. Donation of many funds without agenda to public services, childrens hospitals and a myriad of other institutions to help the lives of the populace. I point this out not to draw attention from his ill-planned defenses, but instead to prevent you from painting him in a fully evil or deranged light.

As for Mr. Ulyanov, he is still being sought at this time for questioning.

Mr Stomwell. You are telling me seriously that El Sangriento Duque is a beloved member of society? Do they notoriously love brooding ex-Jedi who lock themselves up in strange phallic towers and spend much of their time offworld such as on Nar Shadda, likely as not enduwging in all mannew of carnal extacies? Yes, spoiled rich boy living it up in La torre del gallo gigante as it was euphamistically named.. Living it up while the people slaved to earn a pittance tiny hardscrablle farms?

I must be mistaken, but if I were one of your peasants I would not regard this depraved devient with anything more than scorn and disgust.

Futhermore I modify the following clause of the original bill to this version.

"5. EXHORTS that Baltimn's Diplomatic Status be rescinded indefinately, and that Mr Stomwells government not be recognised as the legitimate government of Baltimn, and the New Republic evacuate its Embassy on Baltimn."

Equally, I ask the Chief of State to provide the individual named as wanted by the dangerously out of touch and irresponsible Government of Baltimn with conditional asylum within our space.

Our government is the legitimate one, Senator, and I'll not have you interrupting our affairs further as we attempt to rectify this issue in the courts. I was informed earlier that the opening statements were made at the trial.

Gentlemen of the Senate, I ask you to look here and tell me if you are not moved to laugh or cry with despair that in 20 ABY Baltimn has only just legislated against the private possession of military grade explosives. Beings of the Senate, even Ryloth has had such a law for 15,000 years.. there are things which live in holes that have this rule.

As for your Government's legitimacy, your government is hardly representative of your people (with its persistant favoratism expressed to aristocrats over the masses) and only exists via traditional authority.. because it has been there a long time. Widicuwus.

As stated, the motion stands.

While I respect your opinion as ever, I would suggest you indulge me for a moment and watch this video footage from a Jedi Knight who rescued the only survivors from the school. Note the automated defence systems on Mr Cale's house. I do suppose his guilt, because there is evidence of such.

*Senator Kruus played the footage from the onboard cameras aboard Paul Oriel's ship, having been made available to Kruus via the Baltimn Lawyer litigating presently. It showed the full extent that Pauls ship had been involved upto the point it dropped off paul, showing heavy laser cannon turrets firing at it, and charred corpses spread across the ground and piled around the door of the school of hidden wisdom.*

The sections I have emplaced are in fact rather reasonable, considering the depth of the atrocity that Mr Cale is responsible for, and whatever civil cases brought against myself from Mr Stomwell.. who it seems has wondered back into the chamber after saying he would leave.. or any individual will fail as I am a servant of the Peace and Truth which binds the New Republic together and my words are in service of this high and noble purpose.

Section 2 simply calls for a trial to take place with Cale present, and despite issuance of charges, Mr Cale has not attended court, on Baltimn it seems that Justice is for sale.
Section 5 Is a necessary response to a massacre you have just seen proof of.
Section 7 is necessary to draw a distinction between Baltimn's Government and Aristocracy (which seems to act with one mind) and make transparent the finances of a wealthy plutocrat who lives on a world of hardscrabble farmers kept unrepentantly poor and on the land by the Government.