[PASSED] Commend Knootoss

[The Marsupial Illuminati]

I'm aware of his RP work, but many people don't seem to think that RP is all that important and generally diss it as meaningless.

Those people do not understand that SC commendations are meant to acknowledge a player's contributions to NationStates, and RP is definitely a part of NationStates. If you choose to acknowledge the nominee's RP, you can provide evidence here demonstrating that he is an adept role-player who is well-regarded and respected.

[Fauxia]

I'm aware of his RP work, but many people don't seem to think that RP is all that important and generally diss it as meaningless.

Those people do not understand that SC commendations are meant to acknowledge a player's contributions to NationStates, and RP is definitely a part of NationStates. If you choose to acknowledge the nominee's RP, you can post provide evidence here demonstrating that he is an adept role-player who is well-regarded and respected.

Yeah, and we’ve commended/condemned people for RP’ing before. In fact, Milograd got two, for example

[Imperium Anglorum]

Bump. Minor edits.

[Solorni]

This seems reasonable.

[Wrapper]

I like the first line, but I didn't read the rest.

Looks good to me, though I too would prefer the "hereby" moved to the following clause.

[Imperium Anglorum]

So I thought about submitting this, but then I looked at the 10 day queue. Then I saw that Navasse has submitted his 5 day waste-of-time. And spammed the delegates about it for the fifth time now. So I’ll almost certainly be holding off on this until next month.

[Imperium Anglorum]

I intend on submitting this tonight.

Edit, 19.46 EST -- Submitted.

[Unibot III]

I like the first line, but I didn't read the rest.

THE 'READ THE RESOLUTION COMMITTEE' WILL SEE YOU NOW!

[Imperium Anglorum]

"The World Assembly Compliance Commission has announced yesterday an inquest into compliance by the nation of Wrapper with GA resolution 122", GalNet.

[Luna Suena]

Assembly patting itself on the back. These resolutions are pointless. Vote against, particularly for point C.

[Nakayo]

Support of course. I do not feel that RP necessarily plays an important role, that is just what happens when a nation-simulation game gets popular and big enough - and has forums. Having said that, in real life politics charisma is also very important, arguably more important than achievements. So a mix of achievements and frequent interaction deserves commendation, it's also a nice change from the Security Council's resolutions lately...

[Love and Nature]

Opposed due to the inclusion of Permit Male Circumcision, otherwise support.

Opposing this = Love and Nature is not supporting this.

[The Democratic Republic of Invictus]

The High Government of Invictus cannot and will not at this time stand for this resilution.

We agree with the great efforts and strides that Knootoss has made in Civil Liberties and Political Freedoms as well as the right to freedom of religion.

We have voted against this resilution at this time until such a time that the doctrine is editors to dismiss the commandment for religious freedom that states allowed circumcision. This is not in keeping with our society and beliefs.

We believe that the freedom for circumsion in the nation stated is not an issue for us, but we cannot applaud something unkeeping to our society.

This dossier does not include the general beliefs of my region Taijitu and as such should be viewed as a concern from my individual nation and nothing more.

His Supreme
Ashley Peter Kemp
President of The Republic of Invicutus.

[Imperial States of Burgh]

The Glorious Empire opposes this. We will not commend genital mutilation, which is a capital crime in the Glorious Empire.

[Killik]

Isn't the World Assembly supposed to be for important matters, instead of.... Things like this? Do you actually GET something for getting a commendation?

[Benevolent Thomas]

Isn't the World Assembly supposed to be for important matters, instead of.... Things like this? Do you actually GET something for getting a commendation?

The Security Council was created, in part, to recognize nations for their glorious deeds or notoriety. There is a prestige in earning a Commendation/Condemnation and these nations are internationally accepted examples of what it means to be a good/bad actor on the world stage. The SC is a highly political body, so being awarded a badge here is considered, by some, to be a top prize.

[Hessere]

Isn't the World Assembly supposed to be for important matters, instead of.... Things like this? Do you actually GET something for getting a commendation?

The Security Council was created, in part, to recognize nations for their glorious deeds or notoriety. There is a prestige in earning a Commendation/Condemnation and these nations are internationally accepted examples of what it means to be a good/bad actor on the world stage. The SC is a highly political body, so being awarded a badge here is considered, by some, to be a top prize.

Besides, RP is a wholly commendable action.

Isn't the World Assembly supposed to be for important matters, instead of.... Things like this? Do you actually GET something for getting a commendation?

At least read the thread before you post

[Triangle And Square]

TNP's viewpoint on this:

The current Security Council resolution-at-vote seeks to commend Knootoss for their numerous accomplishments in the General Assembly, furthering democracy and human rights the world over. Their contributions to international law include the "Read the Resolution Act", a resolution that requires that every WA member state have an office staffed by a literate, sapient individual to review proposals before voting on the proposal and "Right to Petition" which enshrined the right to petition governments without fear or reprisal into international law.

The Ministry, having reviewed the resolutions authored by the delegation from Knootoss believes them worthy of commendation by the Security Council.

For these reasons, the Ministry of World Assembly Affairs recommends a vote for the resolution.

[Omigodtheykilledkenny]

Maybe it's the Pink Bunny Cola talking, but somehow this resolution really speaks to me. At least the parts I read.

We will have further comment, once I've sobered up. RECLAIMING MY TIME! RECLAIMING MY TIME! RECLAIMING MY TIME! RECLAIMING MY TIME! RECLAIMING MY TIME!

~Jack Riley

[Pallaith]

TNP's viewpoint on this:

The current Security Council resolution-at-vote seeks to commend Knootoss for their numerous accomplishments in the General Assembly, furthering democracy and human rights the world over. Their contributions to international law include the "Read the Resolution Act", a resolution that requires that every WA member state have an office staffed by a literate, sapient individual to review proposals before voting on the proposal and "Right to Petition" which enshrined the right to petition governments without fear or reprisal into international law.

The Ministry, having reviewed the resolutions authored by the delegation from Knootoss believes them worthy of commendation by the Security Council.

For these reasons, the Ministry of World Assembly Affairs recommends a vote for the resolution.

Well darn, guess I can't post that in here now huh.

[Prydania]

The High Government of Invictus cannot and will not at this time stand for this resilution.

We agree with the great efforts and strides that Knootoss has made in Civil Liberties and Political Freedoms as well as the right to freedom of religion.

We have voted against this resilution at this time until such a time that the doctrine is editors to dismiss the commandment for religious freedom that states allowed circumcision. This is not in keeping with our society and beliefs.

We believe that the freedom for circumsion in the nation stated is not an issue for us, but we cannot applaud something unkeeping to our society.

The Glorious Empire opposes this. We will not commend genital mutilation, which is a capital crime in the Glorious Empire.

There are plenty of nations that view freedom of religion as paramount, and applaud Knootoss for protecting that at a WA level.

This dossier does not include the general beliefs of my region Taijitu and as such should be viewed as a concern from my individual nation and nothing more.

His Supreme
Ashley Peter Kemp
President of The Republic of Invicutus.

As someone who was there from the beginning in Taijitu until about a year ago? This is entirely unnecessary. Taijitu would have to do something for you to have to insist that your opinion is not Taijitu's. The region hasn't truly been active for years.

[Malphe]

TNP's viewpoint on this:

The current Security Council resolution-at-vote seeks to commend Knootoss for their numerous accomplishments in the General Assembly, furthering democracy and human rights the world over. Their contributions to international law include the "Read the Resolution Act", a resolution that requires that every WA member state have an office staffed by a literate, sapient individual to review proposals before voting on the proposal and "Right to Petition" which enshrined the right to petition governments without fear or reprisal into international law.

The Ministry, having reviewed the resolutions authored by the delegation from Knootoss believes them worthy of commendation by the Security Council.

For these reasons, the Ministry of World Assembly Affairs recommends a vote for the resolution.

Well darn, guess I can't post that in here now huh.

You've been usurped.

[Imperium Anglorum]

Commend Knootoss was passed 15,273 votes to 2,354.

[Imperium Anglorum]

No mention of his UNOG status? Trying to avoid a fight?

There is a UNOG reference:

Puzzled at why this august Assembly has not yet commended one of its most accomplished members, long the seventh most ancient purveyor of eggnog in times of cheer and bulwark against the ravages of time, hereby

Knoot is Ideological Bulwark 7.

[Mallorea and Riva]

No mention of his UNOG status? Trying to avoid a fight?

There is a UNOG reference:

Puzzled at why this august Assembly has not yet commended one of its most accomplished members, long the seventh most ancient purveyor of eggnog in times of cheer and bulwark against the ravages of time, hereby

Knoot is Ideological Bulwark 7.

I know, we talked about this on TNP's forum back in December