Lazarene Gazette Issue II September 2015

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Lazarene Gazette Issue II September 2015
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New Rogernomics	Sep 30 2015, 08:42 AM Post #1
Ghost of Kitties Past Posts: 2,732 Group: Citizen Member #174 Joined: Jul 2, 2015 Alignment Lawful Good Political Views Independent Nation in Lazarus Rogernomics Discord NewRogernomics	The Official Newspaper of Lazarus Issue II • September 2015 • 1 Page DOES THE GAZETTE JUST GET IT WRONG OR IS IT PROPAGANDA? By New Rogernomics We had criticism in the last issue, with the 'one hit wonder's' that weren't. To those that took umbrage, here is a link to the Official Charts on The Verve detailing their hits since 1992, for those that are interested. Though finally we have a result to that competition with a victory going to 'Survivor - Eye Of The Tiger', after a final round of voting. The NPO took offense to the article entitled 'KRULL PACKS HIS BAGS', which was expected given the animosity of recent events. Allegations were also put forth that the Lazarene Gazette is a platform for FRA and defender propaganda, after the articles entitled 'LKE RECRUITMENT BAN LIFTED' and 'KRULL PACKS HIS BAGS' were published. For the historical record, the publication of propaganda pieces in the Lazarene Gazette began under the rule of the New Pacific Order through their defacto administration of the 'People's Republic of Lazarus', and their subsequent puppet state of the 'New Lazarus Order'. Prior to that point the Gazette published stories with a focus on events in Lazarus. Something which is well illustrated in the embassies Lazarus has held, especially in The Rejected Realms, which has issues of the Lazarene Gazette going back to 2007, and Regional Updates going back to 2004. But like a good newspaper, and given the overwhelming demand for propaganda, there was sure to be a little fun with this issue. Lazarus Elections Are Over Result of the Lazarus Elections Lazarus went to the ballot box on the 22nd through to the 29th of September, electing New Rogernomics the new Sovereign (or Delegate) of Lazarus, Amerion as the new Director of Ceremonies (or Speaker of the Legislature), and Harmoneia as the new Grandee Secretary (or Vice-Delegate). With the election New Rogernomics stands down as Minister Steward, and a new cabinet will be formed within the coming month to lead the region. Note: Approximate or rounded percentages are displayed. First Lazies Awards The Lazies winners were victorious, and one ~~will~~ won't coup. The competition was fierce, often awesome, and sometimes silly, but the results of the August 2015 Lazies Awards are in: Most Popular Member: Harmoneia. Most Likely to Coup: Belschaft Best Debater: Belschaft Best Roleplayer: Communist Stephen Colbert Spammer of the Month: Amerion Newbie of the Month: Izon Congrats to the winners, and best luck to those that missed out at the next awards. The Road to Somewhere A first speech from the new sovereign of Lazarus Where from here? This is question Lazarus must be asking right now, or at the very least thinking of. We have a new Sovereign, that hasn't been a Delegate before, and for all intents and purposes could well prove not up to the job. This is the criticism I have to accept, as it is true. I haven't been a Delegate of any major region. I wasn't here under the New Lazarus Order, and I participated for a time in the People's Republic of Lazarus, though I didn't do so politically. So perhaps I don't have the animosity towards the New Pacific Order. But I do believe that if we are to build a region or inspire it by leaps and bounds, we can't do it based on past grievances. This is a lesson I know well, having participated in regions either against the Nationstates status quo or for it. I have seen regions collapse in on themselves from political-infighting or a lack of will to continue on, as a consequence of personal vendettas and disputes with other regions - and at times I have even participated in that. What I hope for Lazarus is not a return to the vicious cycle of inactivity followed by coups, or coups as a result of not being inclusive enough - as hard as that is given that the Lazarus is not able to close itself off like some UCRs (or User Created Regions) or pick and choose who participates. While I am by no means throwing in the towel, and saying 'come back' to the New Pacific Order, it makes sense to not let what happened stop The Pacific and Lazarus ever forming some kind of mutual understanding - as far off, and as difficult as that road might be. There are some things that I do agree with the New Pacific Order on, that we need a Lazarus to be a region which doesn't rely on UCRs and isn't dominated by UCRs - and more importantly is able to stand on its own as well as support its friends and allies. The first step in achieving that aim is to resolve any issues within the current constitution. This means to establish a policy upon the 'gang of five', likely through the courts, and to pass legislation that creates a more solid bureaucracy in Lazarus akin to other GCRs (or Game Created Regions) and UCRs. The second step is to examine the current foreign policy of Lazarus, and bring up a discussion over what regions will we approach and seek to improve ties with, and where such efforts would be in vain - or to put it in other words be a 'fools bargain'. The final step is to decide what approach Lazarus will make to encourage people to participate in Lazarus, rather than just use it as a defacto transit point and retirement village for gameplayers. Rebirth should mean bringing back to life - and not boring its members to tears. As your new Sovereign or regional Delegate, I don't expect it to be an easy ride, as there are a lot of challenges to deal with in my term - least of which is inactivity, as speeches like this don't make the world go around - fun does. Thank you for electing me your Sovereign. I only hope I can live up to the trust you have put in me, and serve the region to the best of my ability. To our would be 'enemies' I would offer both reconciliation and warning that a free Lazarus in whatever form that takes - is here to stay. As clarification to my speech: I am not saying that the NPO should be let back in, but that worrying about the NPO shouldn't be the focus of Lazarus. Philosophical Poll Results Lazarus has amassed polls on philosophical issues, and the following questions were asked of the region: Q1: How can we know truth? Results • Only through experience, but even then, we will never be sure as senses can be erroneous. - 13.89% • Only through reason and reason alone can we achieve universal truths. - 8.33% • Though all our knowledge begins with experience, it does not mean it arises out of it. Innate reason plays a part. - 27.77% • No possible way because truth as such does not exist, it is relative to one's perspective. Your truth is different from mine. - 30.55% • As Patrick Star says, sometimes we only need to go deeeeep inside ourselves to solve our problems. And find truth! - 5.55% • Who cares I got bills to pay! - 13.89% Q2: Where does consciousness come from? Results • Natural evolution. Our more recent understanding suggests that it's a network of neurons. - 45.28% • It's an illusionary construct of the human limitation to see the world in fragments. Once enlightened the truth of Oneness emerges. - 16.98% • It is our little piece of God who reflects His Being onto us. - 15.09% • What relevance is there of consciousness when all we could be aware of is our own existence? See Plato's Cave allegory! - 9.43% • Who cares I got bills to pay! - 13.20% Q3: Why is there something rather than nothing? Results • Because a creator made something from nothing! Anselm and Aquinas both provide some insights worth checking. - 19.44% • Anthropic principle - reality, the universe, appears the way it does because we are present in it as observers. - 22.22% • Quantum gravity - because of this, the universe can/will come from nothing. - 11.11% • Anti-matter! Haven't you read Dan Brown?! - 19.44% • Who cares I got bills to pay! - 27.77% Note: Apologies for the lateness of the issue. Edited by New Rogernomics, Sep 30 2015, 08:50 AM.



Belschaft	Sep 30 2015, 05:46 PM Post #2
Supreme Executive Chief Justice for Life Posts: 338 Group: Members Member #50 Joined: Apr 12, 2015	- deleted - Edited by Belschaft, Sep 30 2015, 05:58 PM.



New Rogernomics	Sep 30 2015, 06:13 PM Post #3
Ghost of Kitties Past Posts: 2,732 Group: Citizen Member #174 Joined: Jul 2, 2015 Alignment Lawful Good Political Views Independent Nation in Lazarus Rogernomics Discord NewRogernomics	Belschaft Sep 30 2015, 05:46 PM - deleted - I had to rush finish the issue, so just put my speech as a feature, and rest I had submitted earlier. Probably if I hadn't been struck down by the flu, then I could have bugged people a lot to submit something.



Ike	Sep 30 2015, 09:30 PM Post #4
Minnowite Socialist Posts: 458 Group: Accused Member #43 Joined: Apr 11, 2015 Alignment Neutral Good Military Stance Defender Political Views Social Democrat Nation in Lazarus Ikania	Damn it Roger, I was nearly done my TWP article >:(



New Rogernomics	Sep 30 2015, 11:58 PM Post #5
Ghost of Kitties Past Posts: 2,732 Group: Citizen Member #174 Joined: Jul 2, 2015 Alignment Lawful Good Political Views Independent Nation in Lazarus Rogernomics Discord NewRogernomics	Ike Sep 30 2015, 09:30 PM Damn it Roger, I was nearly done my TWP article >:( There's always next issue to submit it in, as the 1st of October was too close. Can still have two issues in October if need be.



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