THE SECOND DUAL ELECTIONS

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– THE SECOND DUAL ELECTIONS –

From the Heartlandic Council to the People

Issued and averred by the office of

 

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TO THE PEOPLE OF THE HEARTLANDS,

With the greatest honor, I write to you as the newly elected Grand Speaker of the Heartlands. As my first act, I am pleased to announce the commencement of the second election cycle for the Lord-Mayors of each provincial capital, and the two representatives from each province to serve in the Garmont Assembly. I urge all citizens to participate actively in these elections to ensure our leadership reflects the diverse spirit of our Heartlands. Together, we will build a future that honors our heritage and paves the way for generations to come. Furthermore, I am pleased to announce that Theodore Elwood, who served diligently as the deputy to former Grand Speaker Sir Atticus Reinhold, will continue in this position as my deputy. 

 

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The Garmont Assembly serves as a council of lawmakers who present and vote on legislation that shapes the future of our Confederation. Project proposals, public edicts, and changes to the law must navigate through the Assembly, providing a platform for the people of the Heartlands to voice their ideas and concerns. Currently, the Assembly comprises 19 seats: 12 are occupied by the peers of the realm, 1 by the representative of the Legion of St. Godwin, and 2 by the Lord-Mayors of each region, alongside 4 citizen representatives, two hailing from each province. 

 

LORD-MAYOR QUALIFICATIONS-

The provinces of Aaun and Petra will each elect a Lord-Mayor to govern their provincial capital (Whitespire and Vallagne). The Lord-Mayor is responsible for maintaining the rights and dignities of the citizens, enacting city laws (subject to repeal by the Heartlandic Council), and presiding as a judge for local crimes, except for Crimes Against the Heartlands. Additionally, each Lord-Mayor will hold a seat on the Garmont Assembly.

 

A candidate for Lord-Mayor must have been a citizen of the province they are running in for at least 5 years, be in good standing with both the Codex of Saint Godwin and the Canonist Church, and be at least 18 years old.

 

GARMONT REPRESENTATIVE QUALIFICATIONS-

Two representatives from each province will be elected to serve on the Garmont Assembly. These representatives, titled the First and Second People’s Seat of Aaun and of the Petra, are tasked with serving the needs of their neighbors and the common man, prioritizing public welfare over personal gain.

 

Nominees must be at least 16 years old, in good standing with Heartlandic Law and the Canonist Church, citizens of the province they are running in, and possess thorough knowledge of the Codex of Saint Godwin. 

 

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Debates between the candidates shall take place on the upcoming Saint’s Days, and voting shall commence once the debate transcripts are issued. Questions curated by the Office of the Grand Speaker, provided below, will be issued to the candidates at the debate. Citizens will also have the opportunity to submit their own questions for the Lord-Mayor or Garmont Assembly nominees after the listed questions are asked and answered.

 

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LORD-MAYOR QUESTIONS-

1. Describe your leadership and legislative experience relevant to representing your provincial capital in the Garmont Assembly and leading it as Lord-Mayor. Explain why you believe you are best suited for this position of responsibility.

 

2. What local events and activities might you plan to hold as mayor to increase the appeal of the city to both locals and outsiders, and what strategies will you employ to improve the experience of newcomers and encourage more potential residents to visit?

 

3. What are your feelings on the city’s current arts and cultural scene, and how do you envision the future of the Heartlands as a whole? What specific initiatives or strategies would you propose to improve the cultural scene and turn your broader vision for the Heartlands into a reality?

 

GARMONT REPRESENTATIVE QUESTIONS-

1. What changes in physical infrastructure do you believe would benefit the Heartlands? How do you believe these changes would be best implemented?

 

2. Propose any amendments you would advocate for in the Codex of Saint Godwin to better serve the interests and needs of the Heartlands.

 

3. How do you envision the future of the Heartlands as a whole? What specific initiatives or strategies would you propose to turn this vision into a reality?

 

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To apply as a candidate for either the Lord-Mayor elections or the Provincial Garmont Representatives election, please send a letter to the office of the Grand Speaker. Details required for candidacy registration are outlined below.

 

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To register as a candidate for either position, please reply to this post with the following template completed by Friday, July 12th, at 12pm EST!

 

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Full Name: 

Age: 

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Position Running For: (Lord/Lady-Mayor or Garmont Assembly)

 

The Office of the Grand Speaker extends its sincerest gratitude to Amélie Auclair, Mithius Dalma, Karol Walewski, Alexander Darkwood, Brennus, and Theodore Elwood for their dedicated service to our nation over the past eight years, whether as Mayors of their respective capitals or Provincial Representatives to the Garmont Assembly. We extend our best wishes for success in their future endeavors. Should they choose to do so, they are welcome to run for re-election.

 

Any questions about the election process may be sent via bird mail to Lord Konstantin Leon von Augusten, the Grand Speaker. [OOC: Feel free to contact me on discord, fire1003 with any questions]

 

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S I G N E D ,

 

His Excellency, Konstantin Leon von Augusten, Grand Speaker of the Heartlands, Heir to the County of Hohengarten and Viscounty of Azor, Squire to the Knights of Vander, Squire to the Order of St. Peter, Steward of Vallagne & Whitespire, and Courtier to the Paradisian Court.

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DISCORD: amelie.auclair

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FULL NAME: Amélie Auclair

AGE: 31

PROVINCE: Province Pétrine

ADDRESS: Commonwealth Blvd. IV, Vallagne, Province Pétrine

CAMPAIGNING FOR: Dame-Maire of Vallagne

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Dame Monika looks over the missive, her lips carefully pursing together as she debated. "Oh, fine." She told herself as she began to write a letter to her nephew, the Grand Speaker!

 

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IGN: TaytoTot

Discord: taytotot

Full Name: Dame Monika Stafyr

Age: 50

Province: Petra

Address: Hohengarten

Position Running For: Garmont Assembly

 

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Sorrel thought about Theodore, a man he had worked alongside for years, both in the Legion and on scholarly pieces. He reminisced on the last time he'd run for a seat on the Garmont, and had narrowly lost to the man who he'd now held in the highest regard as Deputy Speaker of the Garmont, still. He nodded, and penned the letter to the new speaker.
 

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IGN: tillydactyl

Discord: tillydactyl

Full Name: Sorrel Tulpe Auclair

Age: 37

Province: The Petra

Address: IV Commonwealth Blvd, Vallagne

Position Running For: Garmont Assembly

 

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IGN: Judge_Trudy

Discord: judge_trudy

Full Name: Theodore Elwood

Age: 40

Province: Petra 

Address: Godric's Path I, Vallagne

Position Running For: First People's Seat of Petra in the Garmont Assembly

 

Theodore Elwood would look over the announcement with a worried smile. "This is too important a time not to run again. May the people of our precious Confederation show us what they want for their homeland!" he said to any nearby citizens as he purchased a reeve of parchment for his never-ending letters, one of which would be to set himself up for the election process once again.

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The one-armed goblin cackles menecingly - if he could, he'd fold his arms, alas he only has 1..

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IGN: LordMJO

Discord:ultradepresseddog

Full Name: Bon'Ox

Age: 34

Province: Petra

Address: Moleplaza 4

Position Running For:  Garmont Assembly

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Wilmar allowed himself a brief moment of internal debate, before finally nodding and pulling out a note. "Zhe Gilded Quill will surely not like zhis.." Then finally, Wilmar began to write a letter to his cousin, the Grand Speaker. 

 

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IGN: Pitapur
Discord: Pitapur
Full Name: Wilmar Marcellus von Augusten
Age: 19
Province: Aaun

Address: Alywn Street 6

Position Running for: Garmont Assembly

 

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IGN: EtowTheSaltyCat

 

Discord: EtowTheSaltyCat

 

Full Name: Nicolas Emmanuel Wittenbach

 

Age: Over 80?

 

Province: Petra

 

Address: Chateau des civis Chambery

 

Position Running For: Mayor of Vallagne 

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IGN: DukeIndigo

Discord: tiggly.

Full Name: Sebastian L. Eros

Province: Aaun

Address: 2 Jrent Alley
Position Running For: Garmont Representative 

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IGN: PecenyRohlik

Discord: PecenyRohlik

Full Name: Jan Aleksander Jazlowiecki

Age: 27

Province: Aaun

Address: County of Warsovia

Position Running For: Lord-Mayor of Whitespire