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At first I thought you posted an emptry troll. Some use the Elite forum design which is black... so sticking to the basic colour scheme would make you visible... at all. You are invisible for anyone else.
Doh! Thanks!
The final part to this story thread: https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/248641-GalNet-Submissions/page37?p=4273129#post4273129
Date: ASAP
Location: Atahingar
Title: Infinity's Children
Description:
Late yesterday evening the recently commissioned Utopian probe 'Nirvana' was launched from Atahingar to begin its journey to a secret location away from the occupied core systems.
Containing mainframes populated with Sim Archive neural patterns, Nirvana is designed to preserve Utopian culture and technology as galactic civilisation edges towards a potentially devastating war.
Watching the launch aboard Oltion Terminal, system architect Zita Ingersoll reflected on the project, and its wider implications for Utopia.
"Nirvana is well named, as those archived minds who travel within it have truly transcended the physical world into Paradise. Through struggle and innovation we have achieved our dreams, and made the vision of our beloved leader a reality as Utopian citizens achieve technological singularity.
I envy them, as they will experience a perfect existence away from the chaotic nature of the universe, escaping the long shadow of war that currently threatens civilisation with oblivion."
CMDR Gan
Zandu Science Journal | Interstellar Press
Date: ASAP
Location: Atahingar
Title: Infinity's Children
Description:
Late yesterday evening the recently commissioned Utopian probe 'Nirvana' was launched from Atahingar to begin its journey to a secret location away from the occupied core systems.
Containing mainframes populated with Sim Archive neural patterns, Nirvana is designed to preserve Utopian culture and technology as galactic civilisation edges towards a potentially devastating war.
Watching the launch aboard Oltion Terminal, system architect Zita Ingersoll reflected on the project, and its wider implications for Utopia.
"Nirvana is well named, as those archived minds who travel within it have truly transcended the physical world into Paradise. Through struggle and innovation we have achieved our dreams, and made the vision of our beloved leader a reality as Utopian citizens achieve technological singularity.
I envy them, as they will experience a perfect existence away from the chaotic nature of the universe, escaping the long shadow of war that currently threatens civilisation with oblivion."
CMDR Gan
Zandu Science Journal | Interstellar Press
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DATE: For Immediate Publication
LOCATION: GalNet, or Achenar, Alioth, Sol, Nanomam
TITLE: Halsey Documentary Ruffles Federal Feathers
DESCRIPTION:
Puppetmaster, a new unofficial documentary of Jasmina Halsey’s presidency, alleges the decline of Halsey’s political career was a carefully orchestrated scheme by her political rivals to publicly paint her as a bumbling fool and oust her from the presidency.
Specific citations in Puppetmaster include, the unsanctioned bombings of Panem, leaked budgetary briefs, and faulty intelligence reports that led to Federation civilian deaths in Lugh, among many others. The documentary heavily implies, but falls short of explicitly stating, that Zachary Hudson, or his powerful backers, were the “puppet-masters” of this plot.
While well received outside the Federation, the documentary has fared poorly with Federation critics. Ken Matheson, of the Olympus Village Chronicle, concluded his review of Puppetmaster, stating:
“There is little doubt where the funding for this ‘documentary’ came from. Most likely a system that begins with ‘A’ and ends with ‘chenar.’ That said, it makes for an entertaining diversion for pulp-fiction addicts. 2.3/10.”
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
INSPIRATION:
LOCATION: GalNet, or Achenar, Alioth, Sol, Nanomam
TITLE: Halsey Documentary Ruffles Federal Feathers
DESCRIPTION:
Puppetmaster, a new unofficial documentary of Jasmina Halsey’s presidency, alleges the decline of Halsey’s political career was a carefully orchestrated scheme by her political rivals to publicly paint her as a bumbling fool and oust her from the presidency.
Specific citations in Puppetmaster include, the unsanctioned bombings of Panem, leaked budgetary briefs, and faulty intelligence reports that led to Federation civilian deaths in Lugh, among many others. The documentary heavily implies, but falls short of explicitly stating, that Zachary Hudson, or his powerful backers, were the “puppet-masters” of this plot.
While well received outside the Federation, the documentary has fared poorly with Federation critics. Ken Matheson, of the Olympus Village Chronicle, concluded his review of Puppetmaster, stating:
“There is little doubt where the funding for this ‘documentary’ came from. Most likely a system that begins with ‘A’ and ends with ‘chenar.’ That said, it makes for an entertaining diversion for pulp-fiction addicts. 2.3/10.”
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
INSPIRATION:
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....EC_3300_.E2.80.93_Federal_Warships_Bomb_Farms
Admiral Vincent has announced a program of crop destruction from low orbit around Panem.
"Dropships, launched from our orbiting Farragut class battlecruisers, have bombed large areas of crops. We used pinpoint modern weaponry and no human has been harmed in these attacks."
Local news reports show this not to be true. An entire family was found dead, overcome by the noxious fumes from the burning of the ripe crop in their field tent. The image of a burning warg (a deer-like creature with big eyes, probably imported as a pet by one of the settlers) running from a burning field, has spread through social media, especially within the Alliance, spreading hatred for Federal Forces.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index...._Federal_President_Denies_Onionhead_Crackdown
Struggling to speak above the noise of the crowd chanting “Babykiller”, President Halsey answered questions from the press.
"I have heard about the terrible events on Panem. I did not issue any orders to crack down on the narcotic onionhead, and certainly did not authorise bombings of the surface. Admiral Vincent has operated without my authority and I have asked for an enquiry to see how this happened."
This is a surprising development, as it seems unlikely Admiral Vincent would have acted without support from the top. Some are saying this is Halsey washing her hands of the problem.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....2.80.93_Shadow_President_Hudson_Supports_Navy
In what is usually a quiet time for politics the Shadow President has given an interview to support Admiral Vincent.
"Our military forces have always operated independently of government. In fact some of the worst events in our long history were caused by political meddling in military matters. President Halsey is out of order to distance herself as she has. Our forces need to be able to enforce the law in far flung systems, and we should be pleased that they do so very well. It is clear that sometimes the law they are enforcing is the problem, and it is up to Halsey to change that."
If it is indeed the case that these actions took place without direct orders from the President it suggests a rift between the beleaguered President and her top Admiral.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....Federal_Shadow_President_Demands_Conscription
In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth.
"We need to get the unemployed lazy youth of our core systems off their backsides. They need to get off their sims, and in to the real world to do something useful. We need to counter the Imperial threat. Let's get them into the Marines and the Navy. Let's spend our tax credits on protection, not sloth. The Navy never did me any harm."
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ral_President_Announces_Tax_Rises_in_New_Year
In a move causing shockwaves throughout Federal space, President Halsey has announced Federal tax increases.
"I am sorry and I appreciate people are frustrated about this, but I have to announce further Federal tax rises. This is to cover our ever increasing welfare burden, and high military spending."
Federal taxation is already a problem throughout Federal space, and this squeeze where the frontier worlds are effectively supporting the rich core systems is causing unrest amongst the frontier states.
Commentators have suggested the Shadow President's speech yesterday was triggered by some inside knowledge or leak from the President's staff. Confidence ratings of the President are now at an all-time low.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....09_JAN_3301_.E2.80.93_Federal_President_Booed
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ral_President_Clarifies_Approach_to_Onionhead
In an attempt to quell the clamour for her resignation President Jasmina Halsey has tried to clarify the rift between the Admiral of the Fleet, Admiral Vincent, and her office.
“Admiral Vincent runs our Navy, and I run the government. From time to time, he gives me a status report on naval operations, and we discuss issues of importance to the Federation. On the events in Kappa Fornacis the Admiral acted unilaterally, and simply reported his actions after the orders had been carried out. It is not my role to interfere with naval operations, but I do expect to be consulted when decisions of such import are made.”
Political pundits are speculating that this carefully worded speech she read out must have been the results of negotiations between the Navy and Halsey’s office. They are rumoured to detest each other, and the friendship between the Shadow President and Admiral Vincent has doubtless not gone unnoticed.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....sident_Asks_Us_to_.E2.80.98Hold_Firm.E2.80.99
In a Presidential address last night, President Jasmina Halsey gave a length speech outlining the various successes she claims her government has made over the course of their current term. However, when pressed to answer questions regarding the recent wave of systems scrambling to leave the Federal fold, President Halsey simply said -
“We are facing troubled times. While it is easy for some to declare that the military are the solution, we must look further ahead. Our society fails those who need our help the most and it is by lifting those at the bottom that we will restore Federal society to what it should be.”
Political pundits were quick to point out that her speech contained very little substance, with many complaining that the President had failed to address any of the actual threats that face the Federation today. Some have even gone so far as to suggest that her mishandling of the current socioeconomic climate has left the Federation weaker than it has ever been before, pointing to the recent slide of Banki and BD+03 2338 into states of lawless anarchy as prime examples of the President’s continued failures.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index.....93_Hudson_Questions_Halsey.E2.80.99s_Motives
Shadow President Hudson has released a scathing attack on the President’s offensive against the Crimson State Group, calling it “nothing more than a petty attempt to show strength at the cost of hundreds of thousands of innocent lives”.
He went on to say:
“The fact that our troops are doing well in Lugh is a testament to the excellent training programmes offered by the Federal Navy. It is certainly no thanks to the actions of our supposedly esteemed President, who sent our troops off to war without adequate support or supplies. Indeed, if anyone should take credit for the current success of the Federation’s strike teams, it is the loyal Federal pilots who flew in from all over the galaxy to answer the President’s premature call to wage war against our own people.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....3_President_Orders_Strike_on_Federal_Refugees
Disaster struck in Lugh today, following orders given by President Halsey demanding that Federal pilots attack and destroy an unarmed refugee convoy as it fled from the fighting around Lugh 6. It is estimated that 9,322 innocent Federal civilians lost their lives in the attack.
The President claims that she was presented with evidence by the Joint Intelligence Committee which confirmed that Éamonn Uí Laoghire, leader of the Crimson State Group, would be aboard one of the transports with his entourage.
However, sources close to the Crimson State Group claim that reports of Éamonn’s presence on the refugee ships were nothing more than fabrications.
Shadow President Hudson has sworn that an official investigation into the matter will be launched once the current crisis is over.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....MAR_3301_.E2.80.93_Faith_in_President_Falling
Recent popularity polls have scored the President at a shockingly low 26% approval rating, with 43% of those questioned stating that they strongly disapprove of the President’s current policy decisions.
Doubtless the latest developments in the war for Lugh are sure to be of huge concern for President Halsey. Not only has her mismanagement of the war caused the death of countless innocent Federal civilians, many of whom died as a direct result of orders given by the President, but it also now seems certain that Hartsfield Market will fall to the rebel forces.
The Federation’s failure to protect Hartsfield is being blamed on a lack of equipment, a shortage caused in no small part by the President’s failure to ensure the appropriate supply chains were set up prior to launching an attack on Lugh’s airspace.
If something isn’t done to rectify the President’s mistakes soon, the Crimson State Group will capture Hartsfield and with it control of Lugh’s satellite defence system.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....93_Hudson_Attacks_President.E2.80.99s_History
Shadow President Hudson held a press conference on Mars earlier today to address rumours that he would be seeking support to oust President Halsey from office.
“President Halsey has proven time and time again that she is completely unfit for office. She complains about our youth wasting away in legally sanctioned virtual realities, and then off the back of shaky intelligence reports, orders the death of thousands of innocent Federal civilians trying to escape a nightmarish reality of her own making.”
“We need a commander-in-chief who understands the galaxy we live in. A leader who can make the Federation the shining beacon it was always destined to be. A president we can trust to do the right thing.”
“So to answer the question you’ve all been asking. Yes. I will be seeking support from Congress to remove President Halsey from power. How many more disasters can she be allowed to lead us through? As far I’m concerned, her removal can’t come fast enough.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....dson_Swears_to_Succeed_Where_Halsey_Failed.21
Appearing on the popular Federal Politics Show, ‘Face the People’, Shadow President Hundson faced some tough questions about his recent criticism of President Halsey.
When asked if he felt it was appropriate for an official of his level to so openly attack a presidential incumbent, Hudson had this to say on the matter:
“Well it’s like this. I feel our nation is in serious jeopardy, in no small part as a direct result of the President’s actions. So far we’ve been lucky. Her incompetence has only led to the deaths of a few hundred thousand Federal citizens. But what’s going to happen when Hengist finally dies and that maniac takes the throne in his place? Will Halsey protect us then? Personally I wouldn’t count on it. So yes, I think valid criticisms of the President’s leadership is absolutely in order at this point”
When asked what he would have done differently to President Halsey, Hudson replied:
“It comes down to proper application of resources. Kids training to protect our nation are kids that are too busy to take drugs or hide away in video games. A well trained military, coupled with proper strategic execution, would ensure Federal dominance throughout occupied space. I mean let’s face it, it doesn’t take a genius to know that if our boys need weapons to win a war, the very least you should do is make sure they have them.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....APR_3301_.E2.80.93_Public_Polled_on_President
Recent GalPoll results show that the President's popularity continues to fall, with her approval rating now down to an abysmal 16%, the lowest approval rating of any President to have ever remained in office in the history of the Federation.
Some (anonymous) comments from the survey are included below:
"This woman, who bombs innocent planets, who happily slaughters people, and, you know, pumps the food chain full of garbage and just everything evil she does, she probably thinks it's funny. Well it's not funny. It's sick. She should be ashamed of herself. "
"Does President Halsey even stand for anything? Seems to me all she does is chase around desperately trying to get people to like her. Well, newsflash, Mrs President, no one likes you."
"I think the President is a good woman. She did a lot of good back home and I'm sure she could do a lot of good as a member of Congress. A good President though? No. I'm afraid she's just not a good fit."
"I didn't vote for her then, and I wouldn't vote for her now!"
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....E2.80.93_Hudson_has_Medical_Meeting_in_Mongan
Subjects under discussion included a potential universal healthcare scheme, improved supply chains for frontier worlds and a number of undisclosed projects that would operate under the purview of the Federal Navy. The proposed deals could be worth trillions of credits to Reyan BPS, a corporation who has traditionally struggled to penetrate the ultra-lucrative congressional contracts market.
With so much corporate support beginning to stabilise behind Hudson, it’s only a matter of time before the Shadow President finally makes his move to out Halsey from office.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....e#08_MAY_3301_.E2.80.93_Hudson_Demands_Debate
It looks like the President may not be taking her planned tour after all, following news that Shadow President Hudson has publicly challenged President Halsey to a live policy debate on the popular Federal political stream show ‘Face the People’.
So far, the President’s office has declined to offer an official response to Shadow President Hudson’s request.
The President is now in the unenviable position of having to turn down the Shadow President’s request, which risks making the President appear weak at a time when she needs to appear strong in order to turn public opinion around. The alternative is being forced to cancel her trip, which could potentially lose her whatever support she’s managed to muster among her frontier followers.
As always, stay tuned to GalNet for more information as it becomes available.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ey_Refuses_Shadow_President.E2.80.99s_Request
The office of President Jasmina Halsey has today issued a statement refusing Shadow President Hudson’s demand to meet him for a live presidential debate on ‘Face the People’.
James Speakes, the President’s Press Secretary, had this to say on the matter:
“The President is of course happy to debate the Shadow President on policy. President Halsey welcomes any opportunity to talk about the many wonderful programmes she’s instigated since taking office. Sadly in this instance, prior engagements keep her from being able to attend such a debate.”
“As President of the Federation, Jasmina Halsey’s schedule is booked months in advance. Clearing her entire schedule for the next two weeks simply to take part in a debate against the Shadow President is not something that the President felt that she could do. If Shadow President Hudson still wishes to debate President Halsey when she returns from her trip, then the President will be more than happy to oblige him.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index.....80.93_Hudson_Calls_for_Vote_of_No_Confidence
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....n_Becomes_the_New_President_of_the_Federation
Admiral Vincent has announced a program of crop destruction from low orbit around Panem.
"Dropships, launched from our orbiting Farragut class battlecruisers, have bombed large areas of crops. We used pinpoint modern weaponry and no human has been harmed in these attacks."
Local news reports show this not to be true. An entire family was found dead, overcome by the noxious fumes from the burning of the ripe crop in their field tent. The image of a burning warg (a deer-like creature with big eyes, probably imported as a pet by one of the settlers) running from a burning field, has spread through social media, especially within the Alliance, spreading hatred for Federal Forces.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index...._Federal_President_Denies_Onionhead_Crackdown
Struggling to speak above the noise of the crowd chanting “Babykiller”, President Halsey answered questions from the press.
"I have heard about the terrible events on Panem. I did not issue any orders to crack down on the narcotic onionhead, and certainly did not authorise bombings of the surface. Admiral Vincent has operated without my authority and I have asked for an enquiry to see how this happened."
This is a surprising development, as it seems unlikely Admiral Vincent would have acted without support from the top. Some are saying this is Halsey washing her hands of the problem.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....2.80.93_Shadow_President_Hudson_Supports_Navy
In what is usually a quiet time for politics the Shadow President has given an interview to support Admiral Vincent.
"Our military forces have always operated independently of government. In fact some of the worst events in our long history were caused by political meddling in military matters. President Halsey is out of order to distance herself as she has. Our forces need to be able to enforce the law in far flung systems, and we should be pleased that they do so very well. It is clear that sometimes the law they are enforcing is the problem, and it is up to Halsey to change that."
If it is indeed the case that these actions took place without direct orders from the President it suggests a rift between the beleaguered President and her top Admiral.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....Federal_Shadow_President_Demands_Conscription
In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth.
"We need to get the unemployed lazy youth of our core systems off their backsides. They need to get off their sims, and in to the real world to do something useful. We need to counter the Imperial threat. Let's get them into the Marines and the Navy. Let's spend our tax credits on protection, not sloth. The Navy never did me any harm."
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ral_President_Announces_Tax_Rises_in_New_Year
In a move causing shockwaves throughout Federal space, President Halsey has announced Federal tax increases.
"I am sorry and I appreciate people are frustrated about this, but I have to announce further Federal tax rises. This is to cover our ever increasing welfare burden, and high military spending."
Federal taxation is already a problem throughout Federal space, and this squeeze where the frontier worlds are effectively supporting the rich core systems is causing unrest amongst the frontier states.
Commentators have suggested the Shadow President's speech yesterday was triggered by some inside knowledge or leak from the President's staff. Confidence ratings of the President are now at an all-time low.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....09_JAN_3301_.E2.80.93_Federal_President_Booed
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ral_President_Clarifies_Approach_to_Onionhead
In an attempt to quell the clamour for her resignation President Jasmina Halsey has tried to clarify the rift between the Admiral of the Fleet, Admiral Vincent, and her office.
“Admiral Vincent runs our Navy, and I run the government. From time to time, he gives me a status report on naval operations, and we discuss issues of importance to the Federation. On the events in Kappa Fornacis the Admiral acted unilaterally, and simply reported his actions after the orders had been carried out. It is not my role to interfere with naval operations, but I do expect to be consulted when decisions of such import are made.”
Political pundits are speculating that this carefully worded speech she read out must have been the results of negotiations between the Navy and Halsey’s office. They are rumoured to detest each other, and the friendship between the Shadow President and Admiral Vincent has doubtless not gone unnoticed.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....sident_Asks_Us_to_.E2.80.98Hold_Firm.E2.80.99
In a Presidential address last night, President Jasmina Halsey gave a length speech outlining the various successes she claims her government has made over the course of their current term. However, when pressed to answer questions regarding the recent wave of systems scrambling to leave the Federal fold, President Halsey simply said -
“We are facing troubled times. While it is easy for some to declare that the military are the solution, we must look further ahead. Our society fails those who need our help the most and it is by lifting those at the bottom that we will restore Federal society to what it should be.”
Political pundits were quick to point out that her speech contained very little substance, with many complaining that the President had failed to address any of the actual threats that face the Federation today. Some have even gone so far as to suggest that her mishandling of the current socioeconomic climate has left the Federation weaker than it has ever been before, pointing to the recent slide of Banki and BD+03 2338 into states of lawless anarchy as prime examples of the President’s continued failures.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index.....93_Hudson_Questions_Halsey.E2.80.99s_Motives
Shadow President Hudson has released a scathing attack on the President’s offensive against the Crimson State Group, calling it “nothing more than a petty attempt to show strength at the cost of hundreds of thousands of innocent lives”.
He went on to say:
“The fact that our troops are doing well in Lugh is a testament to the excellent training programmes offered by the Federal Navy. It is certainly no thanks to the actions of our supposedly esteemed President, who sent our troops off to war without adequate support or supplies. Indeed, if anyone should take credit for the current success of the Federation’s strike teams, it is the loyal Federal pilots who flew in from all over the galaxy to answer the President’s premature call to wage war against our own people.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....3_President_Orders_Strike_on_Federal_Refugees
Disaster struck in Lugh today, following orders given by President Halsey demanding that Federal pilots attack and destroy an unarmed refugee convoy as it fled from the fighting around Lugh 6. It is estimated that 9,322 innocent Federal civilians lost their lives in the attack.
The President claims that she was presented with evidence by the Joint Intelligence Committee which confirmed that Éamonn Uí Laoghire, leader of the Crimson State Group, would be aboard one of the transports with his entourage.
However, sources close to the Crimson State Group claim that reports of Éamonn’s presence on the refugee ships were nothing more than fabrications.
Shadow President Hudson has sworn that an official investigation into the matter will be launched once the current crisis is over.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....MAR_3301_.E2.80.93_Faith_in_President_Falling
Recent popularity polls have scored the President at a shockingly low 26% approval rating, with 43% of those questioned stating that they strongly disapprove of the President’s current policy decisions.
Doubtless the latest developments in the war for Lugh are sure to be of huge concern for President Halsey. Not only has her mismanagement of the war caused the death of countless innocent Federal civilians, many of whom died as a direct result of orders given by the President, but it also now seems certain that Hartsfield Market will fall to the rebel forces.
The Federation’s failure to protect Hartsfield is being blamed on a lack of equipment, a shortage caused in no small part by the President’s failure to ensure the appropriate supply chains were set up prior to launching an attack on Lugh’s airspace.
If something isn’t done to rectify the President’s mistakes soon, the Crimson State Group will capture Hartsfield and with it control of Lugh’s satellite defence system.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....93_Hudson_Attacks_President.E2.80.99s_History
Shadow President Hudson held a press conference on Mars earlier today to address rumours that he would be seeking support to oust President Halsey from office.
“President Halsey has proven time and time again that she is completely unfit for office. She complains about our youth wasting away in legally sanctioned virtual realities, and then off the back of shaky intelligence reports, orders the death of thousands of innocent Federal civilians trying to escape a nightmarish reality of her own making.”
“We need a commander-in-chief who understands the galaxy we live in. A leader who can make the Federation the shining beacon it was always destined to be. A president we can trust to do the right thing.”
“So to answer the question you’ve all been asking. Yes. I will be seeking support from Congress to remove President Halsey from power. How many more disasters can she be allowed to lead us through? As far I’m concerned, her removal can’t come fast enough.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....dson_Swears_to_Succeed_Where_Halsey_Failed.21
Appearing on the popular Federal Politics Show, ‘Face the People’, Shadow President Hundson faced some tough questions about his recent criticism of President Halsey.
When asked if he felt it was appropriate for an official of his level to so openly attack a presidential incumbent, Hudson had this to say on the matter:
“Well it’s like this. I feel our nation is in serious jeopardy, in no small part as a direct result of the President’s actions. So far we’ve been lucky. Her incompetence has only led to the deaths of a few hundred thousand Federal citizens. But what’s going to happen when Hengist finally dies and that maniac takes the throne in his place? Will Halsey protect us then? Personally I wouldn’t count on it. So yes, I think valid criticisms of the President’s leadership is absolutely in order at this point”
When asked what he would have done differently to President Halsey, Hudson replied:
“It comes down to proper application of resources. Kids training to protect our nation are kids that are too busy to take drugs or hide away in video games. A well trained military, coupled with proper strategic execution, would ensure Federal dominance throughout occupied space. I mean let’s face it, it doesn’t take a genius to know that if our boys need weapons to win a war, the very least you should do is make sure they have them.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....APR_3301_.E2.80.93_Public_Polled_on_President
Recent GalPoll results show that the President's popularity continues to fall, with her approval rating now down to an abysmal 16%, the lowest approval rating of any President to have ever remained in office in the history of the Federation.
Some (anonymous) comments from the survey are included below:
"This woman, who bombs innocent planets, who happily slaughters people, and, you know, pumps the food chain full of garbage and just everything evil she does, she probably thinks it's funny. Well it's not funny. It's sick. She should be ashamed of herself. "
"Does President Halsey even stand for anything? Seems to me all she does is chase around desperately trying to get people to like her. Well, newsflash, Mrs President, no one likes you."
"I think the President is a good woman. She did a lot of good back home and I'm sure she could do a lot of good as a member of Congress. A good President though? No. I'm afraid she's just not a good fit."
"I didn't vote for her then, and I wouldn't vote for her now!"
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....E2.80.93_Hudson_has_Medical_Meeting_in_Mongan
Subjects under discussion included a potential universal healthcare scheme, improved supply chains for frontier worlds and a number of undisclosed projects that would operate under the purview of the Federal Navy. The proposed deals could be worth trillions of credits to Reyan BPS, a corporation who has traditionally struggled to penetrate the ultra-lucrative congressional contracts market.
With so much corporate support beginning to stabilise behind Hudson, it’s only a matter of time before the Shadow President finally makes his move to out Halsey from office.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....e#08_MAY_3301_.E2.80.93_Hudson_Demands_Debate
It looks like the President may not be taking her planned tour after all, following news that Shadow President Hudson has publicly challenged President Halsey to a live policy debate on the popular Federal political stream show ‘Face the People’.
So far, the President’s office has declined to offer an official response to Shadow President Hudson’s request.
The President is now in the unenviable position of having to turn down the Shadow President’s request, which risks making the President appear weak at a time when she needs to appear strong in order to turn public opinion around. The alternative is being forced to cancel her trip, which could potentially lose her whatever support she’s managed to muster among her frontier followers.
As always, stay tuned to GalNet for more information as it becomes available.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....ey_Refuses_Shadow_President.E2.80.99s_Request
The office of President Jasmina Halsey has today issued a statement refusing Shadow President Hudson’s demand to meet him for a live presidential debate on ‘Face the People’.
James Speakes, the President’s Press Secretary, had this to say on the matter:
“The President is of course happy to debate the Shadow President on policy. President Halsey welcomes any opportunity to talk about the many wonderful programmes she’s instigated since taking office. Sadly in this instance, prior engagements keep her from being able to attend such a debate.”
“As President of the Federation, Jasmina Halsey’s schedule is booked months in advance. Clearing her entire schedule for the next two weeks simply to take part in a debate against the Shadow President is not something that the President felt that she could do. If Shadow President Hudson still wishes to debate President Halsey when she returns from her trip, then the President will be more than happy to oblige him.”
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index.....80.93_Hudson_Calls_for_Vote_of_No_Confidence
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....n_Becomes_the_New_President_of_the_Federation
This has been published in Atahingar.
This has been published in Eol Prou RS-T d3-94.
This has been published in Cubeo.
Thanks Ian!
Thanks Ian.
Title : Fronteir Report on the Inquisition War Effort
Text : Last week we witnessed the gruesome conflict in Pleiades Sector IH-V C2-16 system between the Imperial Inquisition and Pleiades Resource Enterprise. In a shocking turn of events the Pleiades Resource Enterprise claimed victory.
After this anouncment we contacted an Imperial Inquisition spokesperson for an exclusive post conflict interview and here was their statement,
" The Imperial Inquisition was simply not prepared for this fight. Our pilots were assisting Galcop's effort in the August Exodus, leaving the Inquisition with low reserved of manpower in our home systems. Though I feel this was taken into consideration by the Pleiades Resource Enterprise."
How this conflict will effect the already unstable relations between the Empire and Federation we on Galnet do not know, but we will report on any further developments
Information providen by CMDR RedyforBattle
Text : Last week we witnessed the gruesome conflict in Pleiades Sector IH-V C2-16 system between the Imperial Inquisition and Pleiades Resource Enterprise. In a shocking turn of events the Pleiades Resource Enterprise claimed victory.
After this anouncment we contacted an Imperial Inquisition spokesperson for an exclusive post conflict interview and here was their statement,
" The Imperial Inquisition was simply not prepared for this fight. Our pilots were assisting Galcop's effort in the August Exodus, leaving the Inquisition with low reserved of manpower in our home systems. Though I feel this was taken into consideration by the Pleiades Resource Enterprise."
How this conflict will effect the already unstable relations between the Empire and Federation we on Galnet do not know, but we will report on any further developments
Information providen by CMDR RedyforBattle
Also for my post
Date: August, 18th, 3302
Location : Brestla
Date: August, 18th, 3302
Location : Brestla
Title: Federal Fleet Overextended?
Date: ASAP
Locations: Sol, Nanomam, Kanadhenu, Achenar, main Gal-Net feed if deemed appropriate
Text:
In the wake of the Federal takeover of the TII research facility in the Pleiades sector, an uncommonly critical editorial has been raising eyebrows. Ambrosia Fairchild, the outspoken editor-in-chief of the Felicia Winters-backed periodical People's Daily wrote a scathing critique of the Federal Navy and President Hudson in particular. The editorial read in part:
"Though the capture of an isolated Imperial research outpost by our invincible armada was no doubt a spectacular victory, the fact remains that nearly a dozen systems are attempting to violently secede from President Hudson's direct control. It would appear that our military can bully bystanding scientists in the middle of nowhere, or keep the peace at home- but not both. Perhaps this administration's hawkish agenda has inadvertently demonstrated just how easily overextended the Federal fleet is?"
When asked for comment, a spokesperson for the Hudson Administration had this to say:
"Regardless of the seditious scribblings of a third-rate muckraker, the people of the Federation have nothing to fear. Any domestic or foreign drawdown of Federal forces is a long-scheduled, orderly process, having nothing whatsoever to do with our task force in the Pleiades. Miss Fairchild would be well-advised to stick to her usual sob stories about freed Imperial slaves!"
CMDR M. Lehman
Date: ASAP
Locations: Sol, Nanomam, Kanadhenu, Achenar, main Gal-Net feed if deemed appropriate
Text:
In the wake of the Federal takeover of the TII research facility in the Pleiades sector, an uncommonly critical editorial has been raising eyebrows. Ambrosia Fairchild, the outspoken editor-in-chief of the Felicia Winters-backed periodical People's Daily wrote a scathing critique of the Federal Navy and President Hudson in particular. The editorial read in part:
"Though the capture of an isolated Imperial research outpost by our invincible armada was no doubt a spectacular victory, the fact remains that nearly a dozen systems are attempting to violently secede from President Hudson's direct control. It would appear that our military can bully bystanding scientists in the middle of nowhere, or keep the peace at home- but not both. Perhaps this administration's hawkish agenda has inadvertently demonstrated just how easily overextended the Federal fleet is?"
When asked for comment, a spokesperson for the Hudson Administration had this to say:
"Regardless of the seditious scribblings of a third-rate muckraker, the people of the Federation have nothing to fear. Any domestic or foreign drawdown of Federal forces is a long-scheduled, orderly process, having nothing whatsoever to do with our task force in the Pleiades. Miss Fairchild would be well-advised to stick to her usual sob stories about freed Imperial slaves!"
CMDR M. Lehman
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DATE: For Immediate Publication
LOCATION: GalNet, or Nanomam, Rhea, Sol, Hanggardi
TITLE: Welfare Not Faring Well?
DESCRIPTION:
Early Thursday morning, dozens of Federation systems were disrupted by masses of protesters. Picketers at major ports in each system are carrying signs expressing their discontent with the state of the Federal welfare program and the focus on naval expansion. Notable signs include, “More Gravy, NOT More Navy,” “Welfare isn't Faring Well,” and “Fodder for Families, not Canons.”
Nathan Newport, picketing in Hanggardi, explained why he was toting a sign that reads, “Federal Navy = Federal Slavery.”
“In the Empire, slave owners have to feed and house their slaves by law. What we get from welfare support these days scarcely feeds an individual, let alone a family. And every time we go into the Welfare Office, they point to the Federal Navy posters on the wall, and remind us the Navy will feed us and house us, and give us spending money. Stuff that!”
The Office of the President is expected to comment soon.
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
INSPIRATION:
Zachary Hudson’s deep PowerPlay turmoil.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....Federal_Shadow_President_Demands_Conscription
In the traditional speeches that mark the re-opening of Congress after the holiday, Congressman and Shadow President Zachary Hudson has outlined his views for the coming year.
In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth.
"We need to get the unemployed lazy youth of our core systems off their backsides. They need to get off their sims, and in to the real world to do something useful. We need to counter the Imperial threat. Let's get them into the Marines and the Navy. Let's spend our tax credits on protection, not sloth. The Navy never did me any harm."
LOCATION: GalNet, or Nanomam, Rhea, Sol, Hanggardi
TITLE: Welfare Not Faring Well?
DESCRIPTION:
Early Thursday morning, dozens of Federation systems were disrupted by masses of protesters. Picketers at major ports in each system are carrying signs expressing their discontent with the state of the Federal welfare program and the focus on naval expansion. Notable signs include, “More Gravy, NOT More Navy,” “Welfare isn't Faring Well,” and “Fodder for Families, not Canons.”
Nathan Newport, picketing in Hanggardi, explained why he was toting a sign that reads, “Federal Navy = Federal Slavery.”
“In the Empire, slave owners have to feed and house their slaves by law. What we get from welfare support these days scarcely feeds an individual, let alone a family. And every time we go into the Welfare Office, they point to the Federal Navy posters on the wall, and remind us the Navy will feed us and house us, and give us spending money. Stuff that!”
The Office of the President is expected to comment soon.
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
INSPIRATION:
Zachary Hudson’s deep PowerPlay turmoil.
http://ed.frank-heinrich.net/index....Federal_Shadow_President_Demands_Conscription
In the traditional speeches that mark the re-opening of Congress after the holiday, Congressman and Shadow President Zachary Hudson has outlined his views for the coming year.
In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth.
"We need to get the unemployed lazy youth of our core systems off their backsides. They need to get off their sims, and in to the real world to do something useful. We need to counter the Imperial threat. Let's get them into the Marines and the Navy. Let's spend our tax credits on protection, not sloth. The Navy never did me any harm."
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Date: Immediate
Location: Maia, galnet maybe
Title: Protests outside Obsidian Orbital Federal Embassy
Text: The Federal embassy on Obsidian Orbital is on high alert following a series of protests over recent Federal activities in the Pleiades nebula. The building located on the starports habitation ring saw use co-ordinating Federal construction efforts in and around the Pleiades nebula and has seen many recent protests.
The recent protest turned violent after news of the recent Federal victory over the Imperial Inquisition reached protesters, many of whom were displaced by the conflict, 4 embassy staff were injured trying to enter the building with one in a critical but stable condition. Federal security staff were able to prevent protesters from entering the embassy until Ant Hill Mob enforcers arrived to disperse the crowd.
The embassy has condemned these actions and is advising Federal citizens to avoid the area unless necessary. The Ant Hill Mob has confirmed that there are no impacts to starport services or prices.
Submitted by: CMDR JaggedMallard
Inspiration: I want to provide a little snapshot of the effect of the recent CG on the normal people in the area, also credit to Corrigendum for reminding me about Galnet submissions with a "Fed players should submit articles instead of whining about bias"
Location: Maia, galnet maybe
Title: Protests outside Obsidian Orbital Federal Embassy
Text: The Federal embassy on Obsidian Orbital is on high alert following a series of protests over recent Federal activities in the Pleiades nebula. The building located on the starports habitation ring saw use co-ordinating Federal construction efforts in and around the Pleiades nebula and has seen many recent protests.
The recent protest turned violent after news of the recent Federal victory over the Imperial Inquisition reached protesters, many of whom were displaced by the conflict, 4 embassy staff were injured trying to enter the building with one in a critical but stable condition. Federal security staff were able to prevent protesters from entering the embassy until Ant Hill Mob enforcers arrived to disperse the crowd.
The embassy has condemned these actions and is advising Federal citizens to avoid the area unless necessary. The Ant Hill Mob has confirmed that there are no impacts to starport services or prices.
Submitted by: CMDR JaggedMallard
Inspiration: I want to provide a little snapshot of the effect of the recent CG on the normal people in the area, also credit to Corrigendum for reminding me about Galnet submissions with a "Fed players should submit articles instead of whining about bias"
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Ian, is it permissible that we could invent VIP characters? Like:
Name
Bio (100 words max)
Likes
etc?
Name
Bio (100 words max)
Likes
etc?
XD
That one blindsided me. Guess I have to include that as well. Nice one Corr. I'll be running mine shortly.
Date: 19th August
Location: CD-63 201
Title: IMPERIAL COMPANY CONDEMNS TWIN CANDLES
Content:
In a rare move, a spokesperson for a private Imperial corporation has condemned the recent initiative by the Twin Candles to free slaves at Jaques Station.
In a press release issued by the CEO of the Imperial Private Expeditionary Company, spokesperson Ali Serrano said:
“It is understandable that the cause of slavery excites strong emotions in people who do not know our culture. But Imperial slavery is the greatest social safety net humanity has ever known; through it, we ensure that all people are fed and housed. What matters ‘freedom’, if a person cannot afford to live? The ‘freedom’ that the poor have in the Federation is that of a drowning person. What dignity is there in abject poverty and wage slavery? We urge people to look to their own cultures before criticising ours.”
The Imperial Private Expeditionary Company, though nominally independent, is known to have close ties with the Shield of Justice and Imperial Navy. Commentators throughout the Galaxy have speculated that the statement reflects the view of the Empire establishment.
- Cmdr Souvarine
Location: CD-63 201
Title: IMPERIAL COMPANY CONDEMNS TWIN CANDLES
Content:
In a rare move, a spokesperson for a private Imperial corporation has condemned the recent initiative by the Twin Candles to free slaves at Jaques Station.
In a press release issued by the CEO of the Imperial Private Expeditionary Company, spokesperson Ali Serrano said:
“It is understandable that the cause of slavery excites strong emotions in people who do not know our culture. But Imperial slavery is the greatest social safety net humanity has ever known; through it, we ensure that all people are fed and housed. What matters ‘freedom’, if a person cannot afford to live? The ‘freedom’ that the poor have in the Federation is that of a drowning person. What dignity is there in abject poverty and wage slavery? We urge people to look to their own cultures before criticising ours.”
The Imperial Private Expeditionary Company, though nominally independent, is known to have close ties with the Shield of Justice and Imperial Navy. Commentators throughout the Galaxy have speculated that the statement reflects the view of the Empire establishment.
- Cmdr Souvarine
I'm glad you took my comments to heart.
I would like to mention to you and other writers that there is a Discord set up by a collection of writers and lore enthusiasts. It is quite short on Fed contributors...
Here's the invite:
https://discord.gg/JcK8dTK
DATE: For Immediate Publication
LOCATION: GalNet, or Reorte, Riedquat, Tionisla, HR 6421
TITLE: The EAFOTS Expedition
DESCRIPTION:
As promised in a communiqué earlier this week, the Children of Raxxla have announced an initiative to methodically search the EAFOTS Sector, near the Heart and Soul Nebulae.
Commander Erimus Kamzel explained the endeavor in an open briefing for members of the Pilots Federation.
“The Children of Raxxla have dedicated themselves to exploration and investigating the galaxies mysteries. We have decided to mount this expedition to explore as much of the EAFOTS Sector as possible. The sector is huge, a cube of approximately 1280 x 1280 x 1280 lightyears, and easily more than 400,000 systems. We’re therefore inviting other groups and commanders to take part our search efforts.”
“The search is to commence on Saturday August 20th and will last until October 29th.”
It is unclear as yet just what these commanders hope to find in the EAFOTS region, but it is clear the expedition is of great importance to the Children of Raxxla.
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
PURPOSE:
I was approached by the Children of Raxxla to write an article to help drum up support via GalNet for their latest expedition. This is my attempt to do so.
Unfortunately time zone issues have hindered some of the collaboration on this project. Since this article needs to be available for editing and evaluation on Friday morning, British time, I’m submitting the article now. I’ve informed the CoR Leaders that they may comment on the submission and request edits be made at their discretion.
Thank you for your consideration.
INSPIRATION:
LOCATION: GalNet, or Reorte, Riedquat, Tionisla, HR 6421
TITLE: The EAFOTS Expedition
DESCRIPTION:
As promised in a communiqué earlier this week, the Children of Raxxla have announced an initiative to methodically search the EAFOTS Sector, near the Heart and Soul Nebulae.
Commander Erimus Kamzel explained the endeavor in an open briefing for members of the Pilots Federation.
“The Children of Raxxla have dedicated themselves to exploration and investigating the galaxies mysteries. We have decided to mount this expedition to explore as much of the EAFOTS Sector as possible. The sector is huge, a cube of approximately 1280 x 1280 x 1280 lightyears, and easily more than 400,000 systems. We’re therefore inviting other groups and commanders to take part our search efforts.”
“The search is to commence on Saturday August 20th and will last until October 29th.”
It is unclear as yet just what these commanders hope to find in the EAFOTS region, but it is clear the expedition is of great importance to the Children of Raxxla.
SUBMITTING COMMANDER:
Corrigendum
PURPOSE:
I was approached by the Children of Raxxla to write an article to help drum up support via GalNet for their latest expedition. This is my attempt to do so.
Unfortunately time zone issues have hindered some of the collaboration on this project. Since this article needs to be available for editing and evaluation on Friday morning, British time, I’m submitting the article now. I’ve informed the CoR Leaders that they may comment on the submission and request edits be made at their discretion.
Thank you for your consideration.
INSPIRATION:
https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php/281088-The-Formidine-Rift-Expedition-3302
18 JUN 3302 - Freelance Report: Formidine Rifters Seek Help
18 JUN 3302 - Freelance Report: Formidine Rifters Seek Help
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