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| − | The '''Consulate of the Republic of The League''', previously known as '''Consulate of the Republic of The League of Conservative Nations''' and known as the '''Consulate''' for short, is the unelected judiciary and executive branches of the League government. It consists of three Consuls of the Republic, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Chief Consul acts as the spokesperson for the Consulate, but all three Consuls share equal power. The Consulate was established on 15 March 2018 | + | The '''Consulate of the Republic of The League''', previously known as '''Consulate of the Republic of The League of Conservative Nations''' and known as the '''Consulate''' for short, is the unelected judiciary and executive branches of the League government. It consists of three Consuls of the Republic, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Chief Consul acts as the spokesperson for the Consulate, but all three Consuls share equal power. The Consulate was established on 15 March 2018 by the [[Constitution of the Republic|fourth constitution]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1209213|title=LCN Constitution of the Republic}}</ref> The current Consulate consists of [[Quebecshire (politician)|Quebecshire]], [[Terranihil (politician)|Terranihil]], and [[Paleocacher (politician)|Paleocacher]]. |
== Structure == | == Structure == | ||
| − | The Consulate of the Republic consists of three Consuls, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Consuls are "equal in authority yet organized by the Chief Consul" according to the constitution (Art. II, Sec. 1, Cl. I). The Chief Consul generally serves as the spokesperson for the Consulate and the region. Consuls are often listed in order of seniority (tenure). | + | The Consulate of the Republic consists of three Consuls, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Consuls are "equal in authority yet organized by the Chief Consul" according to the constitution (Art. II, Sec. 1, Cl. I). The Chief Consul generally serves as the spokesperson for the Consulate and the region at large. Consuls have no term limits and hold office until resignation or otherwise unable to serve. Consuls are often listed in order of seniority (tenure). |
== Purpose and role in government == | == Purpose and role in government == | ||
| − | The Consulate's purpose as defined in article II, section 1 of the constitution is to organize the [[Council of the Republic]] and "ensure the longevity and stability of the region" (Cl. IV). This places the Consuls essentially as heads of state. Consuls also reside as the justices for the [[Court of the Republic]], | + | The Consulate's purpose as defined in article II, section 1 of the constitution is to organize the [[Council of the Republic]] and "ensure the longevity and stability of the region" (Cl. IV). This places the Consuls essentially as heads of state. Consuls also reside as the justices for the [[Court of the Republic]], enabling the Consulate to decide on criminal and civil disputes, as well as interpret the constitution. Thus the Consulate serves as both an executive and judiciary institution. |
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| + | The Consulate is a non-partisan institution, thus its members cannot campaign for elections or referenda or vote on [[Council of the Republic|Council]] bills and motions, though Consuls may voice their opinions to the Council. The Consulate organizes the Council and its Delegates, which means organizing Council nominations and Council confirmation votes. The Consulate also often asks for the advice of the Council on certain issues. A major purpose of the Consulate is "to ensure the longevity and stability of the region" (Art. II, Sec. 1, Cl. IV). | ||
== Powers == | == Powers == | ||
| − | The Consulate | + | |
| + | The Consulate acts as a single unit in almost all cases. Its constitutionally defined powers and responsibilities include: | ||
| + | * vetoing Council decisions in dire situations (though this power has never been exercised), | ||
| + | * record keeping and ensuring the Council nominations and votes function as constitutionally intended, | ||
| + | * calling the Council to convene on particular issues | ||
| + | * ensuring regional security by "prevention of recruiting, foreign propaganda, and other dangers to The League's sovereignty" (Art. II, Sec. 2, Cl. VI), | ||
| + | * "publish its institutional and judicial opinions, interpretations, and precedents to build upon regional statutes and policies" (Art. II, Sec. 2, Cl. VII), | ||
| + | * establishing other institutions. | ||
| + | * and residing as over the Court of the Republic. | ||
| + | |||
| + | Bills passed by the Council can further grant the Consulate certain powers that are not constitutionally specified. The Consuls, as heads of state and in cooperation with the [[Department of Foreign Affairs]], handles foreign relations. The Consulate manages defense related concerns with the [[Defense Administration of the League|Defense Administration]] and [[Intelligence Agency of the League|Intelligence Agency]] and oversees the [[League's Defense Forces]]. The Consulate has created institutions including the Office of the [[Archivist of the Republic]]. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
=== Establishment === | === Establishment === | ||
| + | |||
| + | The Consulate was etablished on 13 March 2018 by the [[National Committee on Reconstruction]]. The original Consulate consisted of Quebecshire, [[Neo Polisophos]], and [[The Nexus Union]]. | ||
=== Quebecshire === | === Quebecshire === | ||
| + | :''Main article: [[Quebecshire (politician)|Quebecshire]]'' | ||
| + | Quebecshire has served as Chief Consul since the establishment of the Consulate. | ||
=== Neo Polisophos === | === Neo Polisophos === | ||
| − | Neo Polisophos was one of the | + | Neo Polisophos was one of the original Consuls. He served exclusively with [[Quebecshire (politician)|Quebecshire]] and [[The Nexus Union (politician)|Nexus]]. He helped with brainstorm ideas that led to the establishment of the Citizens' Assembly in its earliest forms. After five days in office, he resigned on 18 March 2018 prior to the ratification of the [[Charters of The League|regional charters]], stating that he felt he did not have much left to offer to the position. Upon his recommendation, [[Salisford (politician)|Salisford]] was chosen as his replacement. He served on various legislative bodies after his time as Consul. |
=== Nexus === | === Nexus === | ||
| − | Nexus was part of the original triad of consuls. After several incidents in | + | Nexus was part of the original triad of consuls. After several incidents in Minecraft, he left the region and resigned from office of consul. Upon returning, he tried to propose a rapid wave of unpopular legislation, including the creation of a regional church and a bill widely seen as preventing the Consulate from expressing its opinions. In response to his bills failing, he flamed a number of people on the server, called everyone "cronies", and then was banned by server admin. |
=== Salisford === | === Salisford === | ||
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[[File:CaezarBeingHomophobic.png|thumb|right|200px|Screenshot of Ceazar being homophobic on May 31st]] During [[Caezar]]'s last weeks he made a number of racist and homophobic remarks. His remarks were often directed towards specific individuals, and many claimed it created a toxic environment. [[Greater Sacramento (politician)|Greater Sacramento]] created a petition on June 1st<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1381815|title=Petition}}</ref> to push the Consulate to open up discussion on Caezar's removal. In addition to the petition, evidence of Caezar's tactic of posting rule breaking content and then quickly deleting them. This was later confirmed to be through the use of discord scripts. | [[File:CaezarBeingHomophobic.png|thumb|right|200px|Screenshot of Ceazar being homophobic on May 31st]] During [[Caezar]]'s last weeks he made a number of racist and homophobic remarks. His remarks were often directed towards specific individuals, and many claimed it created a toxic environment. [[Greater Sacramento (politician)|Greater Sacramento]] created a petition on June 1st<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1381815|title=Petition}}</ref> to push the Consulate to open up discussion on Caezar's removal. In addition to the petition, evidence of Caezar's tactic of posting rule breaking content and then quickly deleting them. This was later confirmed to be through the use of discord scripts. | ||
| − | In response, the [[Server Moderation Team]] made a special protocol for Caezar. He stepped down from the Consulate on June 1, 2020. Caezar assisted Quebecshire and Eminople in finding a replacement Consul and ultimately | + | In response, the [[Server Moderation Team]] made a special protocol for Caezar. He stepped down from the Consulate on June 1, 2020. Caezar assisted Quebecshire and Eminople in finding a replacement Consul and ultimately decided on Terranihil. Caezar was nominated to the [[Council of the Republic|Council]] but declined the position. He attempted to become an SMT officer, but [[Chief of Police of the Server Moderation Team|Chief of Police]] [[Amaan (politician)|Amaan]] did not accept him due to his history of rule breaking behavior. Ceazar then left the region. |
===Eminople=== | ===Eminople=== | ||
| − | Eminople was removed from his position as | + | Eminople was removed from his position as Consul following the separate server administrators' decision to ban him for unspecified but evidently severe matter. |
=== Terranihil === | === Terranihil === | ||
Revision as of 22:40, 4 May 2021
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| Founded | March 15, 2018 |
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| Seats | 3 |
The Consulate of the Republic of The League, previously known as Consulate of the Republic of The League of Conservative Nations and known as the Consulate for short, is the unelected judiciary and executive branches of the League government. It consists of three Consuls of the Republic, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Chief Consul acts as the spokesperson for the Consulate, but all three Consuls share equal power. The Consulate was established on 15 March 2018 by the fourth constitution.[1] The current Consulate consists of Quebecshire, Terranihil, and Paleocacher.
Contents
Structure
The Consulate of the Republic consists of three Consuls, one of whom is the Chief Consul. The Consuls are "equal in authority yet organized by the Chief Consul" according to the constitution (Art. II, Sec. 1, Cl. I). The Chief Consul generally serves as the spokesperson for the Consulate and the region at large. Consuls have no term limits and hold office until resignation or otherwise unable to serve. Consuls are often listed in order of seniority (tenure).
Purpose and role in government
The Consulate's purpose as defined in article II, section 1 of the constitution is to organize the Council of the Republic and "ensure the longevity and stability of the region" (Cl. IV). This places the Consuls essentially as heads of state. Consuls also reside as the justices for the Court of the Republic, enabling the Consulate to decide on criminal and civil disputes, as well as interpret the constitution. Thus the Consulate serves as both an executive and judiciary institution.
The Consulate is a non-partisan institution, thus its members cannot campaign for elections or referenda or vote on Council bills and motions, though Consuls may voice their opinions to the Council. The Consulate organizes the Council and its Delegates, which means organizing Council nominations and Council confirmation votes. The Consulate also often asks for the advice of the Council on certain issues. A major purpose of the Consulate is "to ensure the longevity and stability of the region" (Art. II, Sec. 1, Cl. IV).
Powers
The Consulate acts as a single unit in almost all cases. Its constitutionally defined powers and responsibilities include:
- vetoing Council decisions in dire situations (though this power has never been exercised),
- record keeping and ensuring the Council nominations and votes function as constitutionally intended,
- calling the Council to convene on particular issues
- ensuring regional security by "prevention of recruiting, foreign propaganda, and other dangers to The League's sovereignty" (Art. II, Sec. 2, Cl. VI),
- "publish its institutional and judicial opinions, interpretations, and precedents to build upon regional statutes and policies" (Art. II, Sec. 2, Cl. VII),
- establishing other institutions.
- and residing as over the Court of the Republic.
Bills passed by the Council can further grant the Consulate certain powers that are not constitutionally specified. The Consuls, as heads of state and in cooperation with the Department of Foreign Affairs, handles foreign relations. The Consulate manages defense related concerns with the Defense Administration and Intelligence Agency and oversees the League's Defense Forces. The Consulate has created institutions including the Office of the Archivist of the Republic.
History
Establishment
The Consulate was etablished on 13 March 2018 by the National Committee on Reconstruction. The original Consulate consisted of Quebecshire, Neo Polisophos, and The Nexus Union.
Quebecshire
- Main article: Quebecshire
Quebecshire has served as Chief Consul since the establishment of the Consulate.
Neo Polisophos
Neo Polisophos was one of the original Consuls. He served exclusively with Quebecshire and Nexus. He helped with brainstorm ideas that led to the establishment of the Citizens' Assembly in its earliest forms. After five days in office, he resigned on 18 March 2018 prior to the ratification of the regional charters, stating that he felt he did not have much left to offer to the position. Upon his recommendation, Salisford was chosen as his replacement. He served on various legislative bodies after his time as Consul.
Nexus
Nexus was part of the original triad of consuls. After several incidents in Minecraft, he left the region and resigned from office of consul. Upon returning, he tried to propose a rapid wave of unpopular legislation, including the creation of a regional church and a bill widely seen as preventing the Consulate from expressing its opinions. In response to his bills failing, he flamed a number of people on the server, called everyone "cronies", and then was banned by server admin.
Salisford
Deletion of Public (October)
Deletion of Public (January)
On January 11th, 2019 the LCN discord channel #public was deleted again by Salisford most likely in a response to people satirically calling for it after a server member posted an image that showed lack of culinary skills and was seen as "repulsive".
Removal
On February 3rd, 2019 the Ministers of the LCN had under unanimous support along with Quebecshire and Caezar remove Salisford as a Consul of the Republic. It began with Quebecshire making an announcement in the LCN discord server on February 3rd, 2019 at 11:18am US West Coast Time (2:18pm US East Coast Time) which then resulted in Neo Polisiphos, then a minister, to issue a statement regarding the removal at the next minute.
Efforts to prevent the removal of Salisford were seen in the region leading to investigations and eventually the full disbandment of the anti removal factions as many had either left the region or switched sides.
Caezar
Caezar served as Consul from November 9, 2019 up until June 1, 2020 [2]. While he had troubling political associations, these were mostly overlooked at the time of his appointment and much of his service.
Resignation
During Caezar's last weeks he made a number of racist and homophobic remarks. His remarks were often directed towards specific individuals, and many claimed it created a toxic environment. Greater Sacramento created a petition on June 1st[3] to push the Consulate to open up discussion on Caezar's removal. In addition to the petition, evidence of Caezar's tactic of posting rule breaking content and then quickly deleting them. This was later confirmed to be through the use of discord scripts.
In response, the Server Moderation Team made a special protocol for Caezar. He stepped down from the Consulate on June 1, 2020. Caezar assisted Quebecshire and Eminople in finding a replacement Consul and ultimately decided on Terranihil. Caezar was nominated to the Council but declined the position. He attempted to become an SMT officer, but Chief of Police Amaan did not accept him due to his history of rule breaking behavior. Ceazar then left the region.
Eminople
Eminople was removed from his position as Consul following the separate server administrators' decision to ban him for unspecified but evidently severe matter.
Terranihil
Paleocacher
List of Consuls
| Image | Consul | Term of office Duration |
Notes | |
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Quebecshire | March 15 2018 |
present | Quebecshire has been Chief Consul since the Consulate's creation. |
| 6 years and 283 days | ||||
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The Nexus Union | March 15 2018 |
November 9 2018 |
The Nexus Union was a Consul at the Consulate's establishment. He resigned because of inactivity. |
| 240 days | ||||
|
Neo Polisphos | March 15 2018 |
March 18 2018 |
Neo Polisophos was a Consul at the Consulate's establishment. He resigned after only three days in office because he believed he could offer nothing more as Consul. |
| 3 days | ||||
|
Salisford | March 18 2018 |
February 3 2019 |
Salisford was chosen as Consul to fill the vacancy left by Neo Polisophos. He was dismissed because of controversies relating to misuse of authority on the Discord server. |
| 323 days | ||||
|
Caezar | November 9 2018 |
June 1 2020 |
Caezar was chosen as Consul to replace The Nexus Union. Caezar resigned after many complaints about his rule breaking and offensive behaviors. |
| 1 year and 206 days | ||||
|
Eminople | February 3 2019 |
May 3 2021 |
Eminople was chosen as Consul after Salisford was dismissed. |
| 5 years and 324 days | ||||
|
Terranihil | June 1 2020 |
present | Terranihil was chosen as Consul after Caezar resigned. |
| 4 years and 205 days | ||||
|
Paleocacher | May 4 2021 |
present | Paleocacher was chosen as Consul after Eminople was banned. |
| 3 years and 233 days | ||||
Timeline
