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Application of a New Delegate
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| Augusta_Aurelius | Date: Sunday, 18 Dec 2011, 10:32 PM | Message # 1 |
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| Following weeks of debate, simultaneous with attempts to convince Lord Veritas to return to the Senate, a decision has been made in regards to the vacant delegation from Deralia and the Tammuz Sector for the remaining term of the next three years. It has been decided that I, Queen Deralius the Third, also known as Appia Aurelius, shall be appointed to take the seat for the remaining term, following which I will stand in our scheduled election for the sector.
It is with excitement, and a sense of sadness, I take this position. I was once my sector's Senator before the Clone Wars, but stepped down to raise my children, giving way to Lord Veritas' long service. I am excited to return to a chamber of largely new faces, but am saddened that it had to happen on such terms. Unless Senate rules have changed in my absence, I believe I am required to still submit to the application process. So, without further to do, and barring any correction or injunction from the Chair, I formally submit my appointment to the Senate and open myself to any and all questioning.
Augusta Aurelius
Queen Conosrt of Deralia
Chair of the Human Rights Monitoring and Crisis Resolution Sub-Committee of the Planetary Defense Committee
Senator of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector (30 BBY - 18 BBY, 10 BBY - Present)
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| Tremaine_Fowlkes | Date: Monday, 19 Dec 2011, 3:51 AM | Message # 2 |
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| Let me be the first one to greet you to the Imperial Senate. Here's a question for you. How do you expect to repair the strained relations between Deralia and Dantooine?
Tremaine Fowlkes
Senator of Telos IV
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| Slai-Fon | Date: Monday, 19 Dec 2011, 3:55 AM | Message # 3 |
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| Yes, the tension between the two sector's is a bit.... tense... I do hope peace returns, last thing we'd want is a civil war.
Slai-Fon Youngblood, Senator of Anobis, and the Bright Jewel sector
Chairman of ISEC (Imperial Senate Ethic's Committee.)
Chairman & CEO of K/Y deep.
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| Avadrie_volFyr | Date: Monday, 19 Dec 2011, 5:30 AM | Message # 4 |
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| Empress Teta is glad to welcome Queen Deralius the Third to the Senate. We wish her the best of luck.
Lady Avadrie volFyr
Senator of Empress Teta
Defense Committee Member
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| Verence_Terrawin | Date: Monday, 19 Dec 2011, 5:58 AM | Message # 5 |
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| I do wonder, should the appointment of the "Senator of the Tammuz Sector" not be decided by the Imperial Moff of the Tammuz Sector in lieu of election? It does seem very strange that Mr Deralius should have the power to appoint his own wife to this position, simply because she is his wife and had done the job before.. Mr Deralius is King of Deralia, not the Tammuz Sector, so how can he have power to appoint the Senator for the whole Sector?
So, not wishing to be rude Ms Deralius but I must ask, is your position a legitimate one?
Also, how do you answer the charge of nepotism? Surely there are more qualified individuals, perhaps beings of Tammuz-an (the Sector Capital) who could take this position without such an appearance?
Verence Terrawin
Senator of Alsakan
First Lord of the Foreign Office, Alsakan
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| Augusta_Aurelius | Date: Thursday, 22 Dec 2011, 2:05 AM | Message # 6 |
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| Senator Fowlkes, my government has, as previously stated by preceding delegate from Deralia and the Tammuz Sector, taken several stops already to repair our relationship with Dantooine, including intelligence sharing and repeated offers to aid in dealing with the apparent terrorist crisis the world faces. It is unfortunate that such vile and cowardly men would infiltrate the society of such a great and hardy people, who have done nothing by serve others in any way they possibly can through their existence; even when things looked bleakest, for those they served and for themselves. I am sure the slow response we have experienced from Dantooine in the matter of what assistance they wish of us is merely a matter of being preoccupied, as they are not known to have an intelligence community of their own. Beyond what has already been done, our legislature is preparing an aid package for Deralia, including funds for essential projects, such as roads, schools, and public works. We are preparing to offer a program in which our military's engineers get real world experience by serving a tour of duty on Dantooine and working on either improving the basic infrastructure of the planet or training their own people in how to do so. This would of course all be dependent on Senator Ray.
Senator Terrawin, it was my understanding that since we are in a region using the single-delegate sector representation system, it is the representative delegate which holds authority on how to replace a Senator who leaves service before expiration of their term. In regards to Deralia, by law, the King appoints the delegate. This action was still submitted to the democratic process, and voted on by our legislature. If I am mistaken on the system, and please forgive me if I am, I have served in the Senate during the Republican post-Ruusan period, then we will have to, obviously, correct such an error. However, it has been several days since the formal application was received by the Empire, and the Chair has not objected, so I believe at this point, it is safe to assume that proper protocol was adhered to.
Senator Terrawin, you are not rude... you ask a legitimate question, one I would expect in such a unique situation. As I said earlier, we are merely following our process for such an event as has occurred, and my choosing was not because I am Queen, it was because, merely, I am the only living sentient in the Tammuz Sector, aside from former Senator Veritas, to have served in this body. With that simple fact considered, then my answer is yes, my position is a legitimate one. Should someone feels they are more qualified than a previously standing multiple term Senator who chaired the Senate Committee on Refugees, was Acting Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on New World Discovery and Exploration and a Member of the Senate Interspecies Advisory Committee, then I more than welcome their challenge in the general election in three years, should I decide to run.
Augusta Aurelius
Queen Conosrt of Deralia
Chair of the Human Rights Monitoring and Crisis Resolution Sub-Committee of the Planetary Defense Committee
Senator of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector (30 BBY - 18 BBY, 10 BBY - Present)
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| Verence_Terrawin | Date: Saturday, 24 Dec 2011, 2:25 AM | Message # 7 |
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| Mrs Deralius. Is this the opinion of the Moff of the Tammuz Sector? Have you solicited your Sector Government before taking this action of appointing the Senator? I understand that you are an experienced candidate and that you are amply clarified for the post, however, the fact remains that it appears that your action has been taken in a rather unilateral way without consultation. Just because you are the best qualified candidate does not mean that your husband has the power to appoint you as sector senator, the other worlds of the Sector or Sector Governor ought to have some say, especially because the general election is 3 years away and to have the rest of the sector unrepresented for that time is simply not fair.
So essentially, the Deralian legislature just appointed a Sector Senator without consulting the rest of the Sector. Do you believe this is right? Do you believe that the Deralian King or Legislature has this power? Ms Deralius, is your sector called the Deralian Sector? Is your world the Sector Capital?
I simply don't see how anyone can see this woman's ascent to the Senate as anything but a naked an illegitimate power grab by King Deralius, in the same vein as when he attacked Dantooine with no evidence (aside from evidence "so secret" he cant show us it.).
Verence Terrawin
Senator of Alsakan
First Lord of the Foreign Office, Alsakan
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| Exar_Ray | Date: Saturday, 24 Dec 2011, 9:39 AM | Message # 8 |
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| The so-called 'slow' response as you put it, Queen Deralius, stems from us ensuring that the information provided to us is indeed accurate. Dantooine is not in the habit of enforcing a house-to-house raid just because it's listed on a data-pad. To ensure that we are protecting our citizens rights as well as ensuring that we are committed to the napping of these suspected 'terrorists', as they are labeled, we must ensure that every card is on the table, not just a King or Queen. Despite thus far, the information provided is proving to be accurate, however again we are not in the business of violating individual rights. We are pleased with Deralia thus far in the aid, however we are not allowing any military members from Deralia at this time due to the incident of being nearly invaded.
Though, I do have a question. Do you plan on furthering your husband's agenda within the Senate, or do you have your own goals that come to mind?
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| Augusta_Aurelius | Date: Saturday, 24 Dec 2011, 11:42 PM | Message # 9 |
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| I feel a need here, to clarify in further detail the election process of my sector. It is as it was during the Republic, and as far as I am aware, which I would be woefully uninformed for my position if I weren't, at the same rate, acting as a head of state is rather distracting at times. Each world is allowed one individual to run, currently elected delegate, whether or not they are running for re-election, not counting towards that number. They are not required to do so, however. Many worlds favor forming "blocs" which support a certain delegate or certain world. Now while they are nominated for election from a certain world, each delegate runs independently. When I ran several years ago, I ran as Augusta Aurelius, not the Senatorial candidate from Deralia. When a delegate is elected, their world is considered the "representative planet". Should a delegate resign, pass away, or otherwise become incapable of serving out their four year term in the Senate, that world appoints the replacement for the remainder of that term. Deralia merely followed that process in my appointment, Senator Terrawin.
I am unaware of Moff Levi's position on the matter, and I am unsure as to what his opinion would be as I have not yet had the pleasure to meet him, like my husband has. I do know that he was not consulted, as it was the feeling of my government that the Moff need not be distracted by such petty things, and I use the word petty lightly, in relation to the matters of the sector and the galaxy which he handles on a day-to-day basis. I will not lie, Deralia lies within a rather dangerous area of space. Piracy and smuggling are as common as breathing, and rogue mercenary groups can pop up from time to time. Not including the threat from Separatist remnants and these "resistance" movements, Deralia faces several clear and present dangers at all times from its neighbors within the sector. I would agree with your assessment that it was, by definition, a unilateral movement. Unfortunately, we live in an area of space where that is all you really can be.
Senator Ray, I clarify that I mean no offense. As I just tried to point out to Senator Terrawin, Deralians, as a people, tend to be quick-thinking and quick-acting. I praise you, Senator, for double-checking the intelligence sent to you. I know you are working very hard with little to no intelligence community, and we again offer any aid that is appropriate; all that is needed is for you to ask. I feel invasion is a harsh word to describe the situation, as there was no intent on attacking Dantooine, as a government or people, but the terrorists which seek to take advantage of those people. However, I am not about to dictate what you say, for freedom of speech is one of your birth-mandated rights.
I was unaware of my husband having an agenda Senator Ray. Perhaps you could enlighten me first, before I am capable of answering your question? If not, I am more than ready to do so.
Augusta Aurelius
Queen Conosrt of Deralia
Chair of the Human Rights Monitoring and Crisis Resolution Sub-Committee of the Planetary Defense Committee
Senator of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector (30 BBY - 18 BBY, 10 BBY - Present)
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| Exar_Ray | Date: Sunday, 25 Dec 2011, 9:25 AM | Message # 10 |
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| I apologize for the lack of clarification.
Your husband obviously had some sort of agenda, not only that of The Emperor's but also, I'm sure, of your sector's Moff. Do you plan on following the same suite, ensuring that such agendas are followed, or do you plan on purposing new ideas as well?
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| Augusta_Aurelius | Date: Sunday, 25 Dec 2011, 9:44 AM | Message # 11 |
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| It appears I have misspoke on the matter of the current state of our Sector, and for that I must apologize to the body for mischaracterizing the Tammuz Sector. I am often off-world in my duties as Queen, acting as one of my world's primary ambassadors and dignitaries. It appears things have changed since I last spent a decent amount of time in my home sector, and I will be sure to take time to readjust my views accordingly following this process.
Senator Ray, thank you for the clarification. My husband is just that, my husband; and while he is King, and King for a reason, we are two separate individuals. The Emperor is our benevolent leader who wants nothing but the best for his people and for them to be able to enjoy happiness and comfort, our Sector Moff surely wants the same, and wishes to allow the people of my sector to enjoy their lives and freedoms as much as possible, which the Empire has strove to give to all beings. In that regard, yes, I will attempt to push someone else's agenda. However, again, I am my own person, I am no sheep. I want things to happen; good things, great things. My daughter-in-law is head of the Doctors Without Frontiers organization, a group of medical professionals giving free medical and general humanitarian services to unfortunates throughout the Outer Rim. I strive for the day in which their work is no longer required. I wish for peace among all worlds, but I am not foolish nor naive, for I also know that war is necessary, but only as a final solution and one which must be absolute. I wish for many things, and those that are good for the galaxy, I will move to bring about in legislation, or however else I can. Yes, Senator Ray, I plan or proposing new ideas.
Augusta Aurelius
Queen Conosrt of Deralia
Chair of the Human Rights Monitoring and Crisis Resolution Sub-Committee of the Planetary Defense Committee
Senator of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector (30 BBY - 18 BBY, 10 BBY - Present)
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| Sate_Pestage | Date: Wednesday, 28 Dec 2011, 5:48 PM | Message # 12 |
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| The Moff of the Tammuz Sector having been referred to, I think it would be beneficial to this discussion to solicit his opinion of the Queen of Deralia as the Senator-designate of his Sector.
Sate Pestage
Grand Vizier of the Empire
Assistant to Emperor Palpatine
Chair of the Imperial Senate
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| Simon_Levi | Date: Sunday, 01 Jan 2012, 9:55 PM | Message # 13 |
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| While the Queen has not asked the opinion of the Sector on this matter we submit our position to the Senate directly as follows. We feel it should be raised that a Sector Edict has been issued regarding the elections which gives her six months tenure in her office (before the election of a new Senator), thus the issue of legitimacy is conclusively resolved for future action.
Moff of the Tammuz Sector
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| Sate_Pestage | Date: Tuesday, 03 Jan 2012, 11:11 PM | Message # 14 |
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| I agree. Thank you, Moff Levi. As the Moff has no objection and there appear to be no further questions for Ms. Aurelius, will she kindly repeat after me?
"I, (state your name, not an honorific, mind you), do solemnly swear, under penalty of treason, that I will represent the people of (state your constituency) to the best of my ability, that I will bear true allegiance to the Empire, its Emperor, and its policies, that I will uphold and abide the Imperial Charter, that I will preserve and protect the principles of the New Order, and that I will defend all of these from all enemies of the Empire, both foreign and domestic. So help me."
Sate Pestage
Grand Vizier of the Empire
Assistant to Emperor Palpatine
Chair of the Imperial Senate
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| Augusta_Aurelius | Date: Monday, 09 Jan 2012, 4:36 AM | Message # 15 |
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| I, Augusta Aurelius, do solemnly swear, under penalty of treason, that I will represent the people of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector to the best of my ability, that I will bear true allegiance to the Empire, its Emperor, and its policies, that I will uphold and abide the Imperial Charter, that I will preserve and protect the principles of the New Order, and that I will defend all of these from all enemies of the Empire, both foreign and domestic. So help me.
Augusta Aurelius
Queen Conosrt of Deralia
Chair of the Human Rights Monitoring and Crisis Resolution Sub-Committee of the Planetary Defense Committee
Senator of Deralia and the Tammuz Sector (30 BBY - 18 BBY, 10 BBY - Present)
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