Viridia has passed a new law implementing preferential voting for all future elections. Some opponents remain sceptical and fear electoral fraud may return. The Central Voting Bureau has however stipulated many measures to prevent any fraud on the new paper-based voting system.
Qaweritoyu
Qans are going to the polls today to vote in an historic double Referendum. The Prime Minister has urged voters to consider their votes, to vote yes to Sortition and vote no to Feudalism. Polls close at 10PM this evening with counting of votes to take place over the weekend.
Developing— The Krauanagaz Geological Survey (KGS) has reported increased seismic swarms and subterranean tremors beneath the Alkantarak volcanic zone, prompting the agency to issue a Volcano Advisory as of 11:54 local time. This new alert accompanies an Earthquake Watch issued late last night for much of southern Krauanagaz that remains in effect.
The activity, centered beneath the southeastern flank of Mount Alkantarak, has already led to the evacuation of at least seven rural communities in the broader disaster impact zone. These areas had only recently begun limited reconstruction efforts following the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami earlier this year.
According to KGS Director Álim Kesun, “We are observing magma movement and stress fractures consistent with a potential eruptive sequence. While no surface breach has occurred yet, we are treating this as a high-risk situation.” The KGS says the alert level for Mt. Alkantarak has been elevated to Yellow, meaning officials have detected increased seismic activity in indicator areas that indicates a higher likelihood of an eruption or earthquake.
Emergency shelters are being reactivated in threatened areas, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency has been placed on standby. The World Forum Humanitarian Office has also issued a regional emergency advisory, warning of potential infrastructure disruptions in the event of a new eruption or major aftershock.
Le Rogue forces invade the Keylic Native Nation, and are making a push for Manta City, the largest city in the Keylic Native Nation and only major port in Izaakia that is outside artillery range from New Mako.
Qaweritoyu
Prime Minister Erickson has paid tribute to her former Political Science lecturer who has passed away aged 86. Speaking, the Prime Minister said, ‘Thank you for what you did and doing it in the way you did it. Only for you, I wouldn’t be standing here as Prime Minister today.’
Deputy Prime Minister Garcia, addressing the ongoing controversy around how quickly the Prime Minister was appointed and sworn in, said, ‘People only get me because I’ve done it three times and been Deputy Prime Minister twice, that’s it. If it was me stepping into the role of Prime Minister for the first time now, I’d be treated the same as the Prime Minister. Whilst we should appreciate those who did well in Government, others cannot be overlooked.’
Mister Speaker Philip Horn has admitted there are conversations ongoing in Speaker’s House about his successor and the next Speaker’s election.
Qaweritoyu
As counting following yesterday’s historical double Referendum continues, early exit polls suggest Sortition has failed and Feudalism has been removed.
Prime Minister Erickson has announced a Prudism Referendum for 1 September.
Qaweritoyu
Prime Minister Erickson has admitted her appointment as Prime Minister was very last-minute despite former Prime Minister Cecil Walton claiming this was always the plan. The Prime Minister said no-one was declaring candidacy and she knew the former Prime Minister was stepping down very last-minute so she stepped up. She said she understands why no-one wanted to step up and become Prime Minister, they knew they would not be popular for doing it.
BREAKING NEWS
The Sortition Referendum has failed to pass, with 49% voting in favour of the motion, 6% voting against the motion and 45% voting to abstain.
The Feudalism Referendum has passed, with 89% voting in favour of removing feudalism, 8% voting against the motion and 3% voting to abstain. This means, in an historic move, the public has voted to remove the Higher Chamber of Parliament and be represented by just one House of Parliament.
4 August
Prime Minister’s Reaction to Historic Double Referendum
Today, Qaweritoyu has spoken — and spoken with remarkable clarity.
The vote to abolish the Higher Chamber of Parliament is a resounding endorsement of the principles of equality, accountability, and modern democratic governance. I campaigned strongly for this reform, and I am both humbled and encouraged by the overwhelming support it has received. With 89% of voters in favour, we now turn a historic page. The age of inherited privilege in our legislative process is over. From this moment forward, every law will be debated and decided by a single, elected House — answerable only to the people.
At the same time, I must express my disappointment at the outcome of the Sortition Referendum. Though it did not pass, it came incredibly close — with 49% in favour and just 6% opposed. The high level of abstention shows that many are still undecided, and I view this not as a rejection, but as a pause. The conversation about how to deepen democratic engagement is not over. I remain committed to exploring new and innovative ways to bring ordinary voices into our political process.
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter. With the people’s clear backing, we will now move forward with a reformed, streamlined parliamentary system — and continue striving toward a more participatory, more responsive democracy for all.
Cynthia Erickson,
Prime Minister.
Breaking.
The Huawanese People’s Council has passed a controversial bill that would allow the sentencing of the death penalty for ouutstanding cases for corruption.
While some celebrate the Peocracy’s commitment to fight against corruption, opponents of the edict worry of the severity of the punishment and that it may introduce avenues for silencing of political opponents.
The bill has overwhelming support in the public polls.
