A Continent Divided: 2017 (IC/Open/Signup Now)

by **Budraria** » Sun Sep 17, 2017 5:18 pm

La République Fédérale du Québec
Québec Ville, Capitale-Nationale
16 Septembre 2017

President Ouellet stepped out of the National Assembly building, feeling the September air as it gave out a small breeze. A rather large crowd could be seen out in the public plaza, all waiting to hear the president's speech. She stepped up leveling out with her legislative counter-part: Prime Minister Philippe Couillard.

"It has been a little over six months since our victory over the former Canadian government, and eight since our declaration of independence. Yet despite the many hardships we have faced at first, look around you and see how far we have come! Our economy is on the upturn, relations with Europe are rather good, and most importantly: we as a nation... no as a family, are once again prosperous!"

Ouellet looked up as the crowd cheered at her words, knowing the truth in them. In the few months since independence Québec had begun to gain back is former glory. The Québécois government had succeeded slowly bringing tourists back, especially from France whose close ties had helped to bring them into NATO. But, what she was proudest of, was the way Montreal, Ottawa, and Québec City had begun to rebuild. The process had been hard and had taken quite a long time, but the beating hearts of the republic were every week getting closer and closer to full repair. Ouellet snapped out of her thoughts, and turned back to the cheering crowd.

"There is something very special I'd also like to tell all of the citizens of Québec! Very recently parliament and I had decided to invite delegations from both The Northeast Federation and The New Scotland-Acadian Commonwealth to the city of Ottawa. It is there that we will be discussing an alliance that could possibly turn into our very own European Union. Their agreement to our proposition shows how despite our differences and histories, we can all work together of the greater good. It is also at this time that I will inform you of an invitation by the New Republic of California for all North American leaders to attend a state dinner. I have decided to accept this proposition, to help create a greater and more peaceful North America."

She waved for about a minute at the cheering crowd, before walking back into the building. Taking out a laptop, Ouellet began to draft some letters.

To: The New Scotland-Acadian Commonwealth
From: La République Fédérale du Québec
The Federal Republic of Québec is delighted at your acceptance of the proposed talks in Ottawa. How would the 24th of September work for you? If not, we are definitely open to changing the date.

To: The Northeastern Federation
From: La République Fédérale du Québec
The Federal Republic of Québec is delighted at your acceptance of the proposed talks in Ottawa. How would the 24th of September work for you? If not, we are definitely open to changing the date.

To: The New California Republic
From: La République Fédérale du Québec
The Federal Republic of Québec would be honored to attend your state dinner. We believe it will be a key event leading towards a more permanent peace and prosperity in North America.

by **Arvenia** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:03 am

Gorod Dzhuno (Juneau City), Alaskan People's Republic (Alaska)
The Alaskan People's Republic was a pro-Russian separatist republic in North America. It was strongly loyal to Russia and became the first North American country to join the Eurasian Union. It's military, the Alaskan People's Front (APF), was well-equipped and well-organized under Chairman Mikhail Solonov and Prime Minister Salia Makarova. The Chairman was writting a diplomatic letter to the True Canadian Republic, who has pledged allegiance to Russia and China due to violating human rights.

To: True Canadian Republic
From: Alaskan People's Republic
Subject: Alliance
Encryption: Engima
Dear Eli Rhodesbury, we both have strong dislike for socialists and NATO. We are both aligned with Russia, while you are additionally aligned with China. I propose mutual cooperation between our countries. Together, we can keep socialists, communists, Islamists, the LGBT community and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization at bay. To hell with them! Together, we are strong and prosperous. May our armies crush our enemies.

Sincerely, Chairman Mikhail Solonov of the Revolutionary Administration Committee

Ivanova Colonial District, (Kivalliq Region), Alaskan Peoples' Republic
The colonization of the ICD was on the way. Some villages, factories and a few harbors were created. Larger towns were on the way. The Inuits have been chased by the separatist authorities to what remains of Nunavut. The Nunavutian Security Committee (NSC) ensures that the colonizaiton of both the ICD and the Kirilov Colonial District (Kitikmeot Region) is not interrupted or prevented by other powers.

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 8:28 am

Official Communique from The Northeast Federation
Communiqué Officiel de la Fédération du Nord-Est
הרשמי הרשמי של הפדרציה הצפון מזרחית
Officieel Communique van de Noordoostelijke Federatie
Comunicato Ufficiale della Federazione Nord-Orientale
Afishal Kommunikve fun di Northeast Federeyshan
Comunicado Oficial da Federação do Nordeste
Comunicado Oficial de la Federación del Noreste
Et officialis communique from Aquilo Foederatio
Communique Oifigiúil ó Chónaidhm Oirthuaisceart
Offizielle Kommunique aus dem Nordostverband
द ईस्ट-ईस्ट फेडरेशन से आधिकारिक संचार
北東連邦からの公式のコミュニケ
Επίσημη Ανακοίνωση από τη Βορειοανατολική Ομοσπονδία
동북 연맹 공식 공동 선언문
东北联邦官方公报

Encryption: High
To: President Jerry Brown; The California Republic
From: Joe Biden, President of The Northeastern Federation

Dear Jerry Brown, President of The California Republic,

Hello. Thank you for your interest in deepening cooperation between our two nations, and thank you for your invitation to a summit in your great nation. As you are an old friend of mine, and California and the Northeast are forever linked by common culture, history, politics and more; I would be honored to meet with you.

Californoa and the Northeast are the two economic powerhouses of North America, we both have highly-developed economies and we have many cutting-edge firms in our borders. Our citizens are among the-most highly educated not just in this continent, but the world.

I think it would be in both of our national interests to have also have a private meeting just between our two nations to discuss possible ways to deepen the ties and increase cooperation between our two nations. If you would be so gracious as to meet with me on September 21 to discuss the future of the California-Northeastern Federation relationship, I would be honored to host you in the great city of New York.

Thank you and I look forward to meeting with you soon.

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 8:33 am

Official Communique from The Northeast Federation
Communiqué Officiel de la Fédération du Nord-Est
הרשמי הרשמי של הפדרציה הצפון מזרחית
Officieel Communique van de Noordoostelijke Federatie
Comunicato Ufficiale della Federazione Nord-Orientale
Afishal Kommunikve fun di Northeast Federeyshan
Comunicado Oficial da Federação do Nordeste
Comunicado Oficial de la Federación del Noreste
Et officialis communique from Aquilo Foederatio
Communique Oifigiúil ó Chónaidhm Oirthuaisceart
Offizielle Kommunique aus dem Nordostverband
द ईस्ट-ईस्ट फेडरेशन से आधिकारिक संचार
北東連邦からの公式のコミュニケ
Επίσημη Ανακοίνωση από τη Βορειοανατολική Ομοσπονδία
동북 연맹 공식 공동 선언문
东北联邦官方公报

Encryption: High
To: The Great Lakes Republic
From: Joe Biden, President of The Northeastern Federation

Dear The Great Lakes Republic,

Hello. I write to you extending an olive branch. The Great Lakes Republic and the Northeast Federation have quite a lot in common, similar weather, cultures, politics, economy, militaries, and more. Our nations have forever been inextricably linked, as our people inhabit the farthest north parts of our half of the continent, and we share a common language and a shared history.

In addition, our two nations share a lengthy border and it is of the utmost importance that we discuss ways to increase the flow of goods, services and people across that border more efficiently, freely and openly. Also of interest is the development of the Ohio Vallley, especially the Pittsburgh Metro Area.

I was touched when I heard about your ceremony to commemorate those lost in the terrible terrorist attacks 16 years ago. It showed me that there is still a sense of solidarity between our two nations.

The Great Lames and the Northeast are the two economic powerhouses of North America, we both have highly-developed economies and we have many important industries and farms in our borders. Our citizens are among the-most skilled not just in this continent, but the world.

I think it would be in both of our national interests to have a meeting to discuss possible ways to deepen the ties and increase cooperation between our two nations. If you would be so gracious as to meet with me on September 22 to discuss the future of the Great Lakes Republic-Northeastern Federation relationship, or the Northeastern-Midwestern alliance, I would be honored to host you in the great city of New York.

Thank you and I look forward to meeting with you soon.

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 8:49 am

Official Communique from The Northeast Federation
Communiqué Officiel de la Fédération du Nord-Est
הרשמי הרשמי של הפדרציה הצפון מזרחית
Officieel Communique van de Noordoostelijke Federatie
Comunicato Ufficiale della Federazione Nord-Orientale
Afishal Kommunikve fun di Northeast Federeyshan
Comunicado Oficial da Federação do Nordeste
Comunicado Oficial de la Federación del Noreste
Et officialis communique from Aquilo Foederatio
Communique Oifigiúil ó Chónaidhm Oirthuaisceart
Offizielle Kommunique aus dem Nordostverband
द ईस्ट-ईस्ट फेडरेशन से आधिकारिक संचार
北東連邦からの公式のコミュニケ
Επίσημη Ανακοίνωση από τη Βορειοανατολική Ομοσπονδία
동북 연맹 공식 공동 선언문
东北联邦官方公报

Encryption: High
To: The Illegitimate Regime of The Confederacy Which Lost Both Civil Wars and Will Lose The Next War We Are In
From: Joe Biden, President of The Northeastern Federation

Dear The Oppressor of The Carolinian People,

Even though you are the leader a revival of the most-evil and despicable nation to ever be on our shores, I expected more from you than this. To starve men, women, and children, including babies because they were born into poverty is a disgusting act, a violation of The Geneva Convention, and is akin to genocide.

Not allowing people to use the restroom is likewise a despicable act and will result in much harm to your citizens. I am sure you are a fucking closet case yourself dickwad, if you are so upset about Trans people.

For your acts against humanity, which are against both North American values and international law, there will be a penalty of the harshest degree.

If you do not withdraw both bills, and reinstate all public assistance programs immediately/ within 24 hours, and allow people to either use the bathroom for their gender or at the very least a third bathroom or a "family bathroom" (which are one stall private public bathrooms), then a state of war will exist between The Northeast Federation and The Confederacy of The Carolinas.

As you may know, within hours we have already blocked the entire Carolina coast, we have amassed a large amount of troops waiting on your doorstep, ready to invade and liberate your people, and we have every nuclear weapon and other missiles in our arsenal pointed at Charlotte, Charleston, Raleigh, Columbia, and other goddamned city in your shithole of a nation.

When we occupy and annex your nation during the liberation period, we will offer Carolina citizens an associate form of Northeastern citizenship and we will convey upon them the same rights we Northeasterners have.

Also we have tanks going along I-95 ready and waiting to begin the war.

We have also initiated sanctions in the UN and when the bill is passed then there will be international sanctions on the Carolinas, if this great error of judgement is not corrected immediately. These are in addition to the sanctions already in effect.

It's your call, do you want to go down in a blaze of hellfire and nuclear apocalypse for your nation? Or do you just want to do the right thing, which is let your people live, let your people eat, let your people use the bathroom!

I think you know what the right decision is, you fat bastard...

by **Fascist Republic Of Bermuda** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:04 am

Provisional Government of the United States of America
E pluribus unum

Denver
Colorado, United States

"Glory! Glory! Hallelujah; His truth is marching on!" The chorus finished their cover of The Battle Hymn of the Republic brightly, voices booming across the park that had been overtaken by the crowds in anticipation for a speech by Secretary of Defense (he refused any higher title) James Mattis, one of his first sense the flight to Colorado. As it stood, the Provisional Government faced several issues. The large number of refugees who had fled to Colorado in the wake of the collapse of the Union needed homes, work, medical care. The tattered loyalist elements of the US Armed Forces were in dire need of review and major reorganization, and most of the border posts with the secessionist states were hastily-erected field fortifications garrisoned by the critically-undermanned Colorado Army National Guard. Compound onto this the need to re-establish both the chain of command of the larger Armed Forces and the former civilian national government, most of which at this point existed only in name, not from lack of support but simply lack of appropriate bodies to fill the positions. Congress had straight-up stopped meeting due to lack of Congressmen. Martial Law remained in effect, for whatever it was worth. In practice it simply met the Federal government had been superseded by the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Cheyenne Mountain. The most established and firmest authority in Colorado was still the state government, but it was obviously subservient to the JCS. In short, politically, economically, and militarily, the United States' remnant was in utter shambles.

The man who made an appearance was not Secretary Mattis, but rather, General Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs. Widely recognized as the second most powerful man in the Provisional Government, Dunford was generally regarded as the more eloquent of the two men, but without quite the depth of character of Mattis. Regardless, "Fighting Joe" was nonetheless a military strongman in his own right, and was almost as beloved by the troops. Both Mattis and Dunford were seen as compassionate men who cared for the men under their command, which had inspired loyalty in the hard times during and after the Second American Civil War. And now Dunford was going to give a speech to the eager loyalist population of Colorado.

"People of America," Dunford started, medals gleaning on his pristine uniform. Apart from the military men who ran the government, there was no overt signs of military dictatorship. No US soldiers in full kit guarded the stage, just men in suits, the United States Secret Service, filled with fresh faces after the near-universal defection to the Northeastern Federation. The American on the pole behind Dunford fluttered in the breeze with the flag of the state of Colorado below it, the ensign of the SecDef and JCS nowhere to be found. "We stand at a crossroads in American history. We are once more cast into Civil War, this one far worse than the one President Lincoln saw America through," Nods from the crowd, "It was a small group of politicians, and a group of politicians alone, that sought to dissolve our great Union. The common American man and woman believed in their country, and, if I may be so assuming, still believes in the United States of America." A brief pause, shuffling of papers. The crowd held their collective breaths.

"The question has been raised, I know, as to the nature of the suspension of the Constitution as dictated by the state of Martial Law we find ourselves in," General Dunford said, looking up over the crowds, "And these are reasonable concerns. Too often has military rule led to tyranny by a junta. But we are determined to be different. This is why we are not going to suspend the Bill of Rights. Freedom is a fundamental tenant of the American people. It would be hypocritical, destructive to our purpose here, to infringe upon the freedoms the American people value. And, when we can, we will reestablish the civilian government. From there, the Joint Chiefs of Staff will return to its previous post. The Armed Forces of the United States are to provide for the common defense, and to protect America and her people. This I promise, will remain the guiding principle of the Joint Chiefs as long as we have anything to say about it.

"Abraham Lincoln," Dunford said, moving on quickly, "Once said this: 'Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.' He did that, back in 1860. He stood firm, and protected the United States against the crisis, ensuring a more perfect Union as wanted by the Founding Fathers. It is here we will stand firm. The United States will run no longer from the rebellion that has all but consumed it. United we stand, be we Democrat or Republican, white, black, or Hispanic, young or old, man or woman. Today I promise you, the American people, that we will rebuild. We will endure the crisis, we will rebuild the roads, we will rebuild the factories, we will restore America to her former glory. We may yet build walls to face the crisis, but as Reagan said, those walls will have doors, and those doors shall be open to anyone with the will and the heart to come here. We are all Americans, we need to all pitch in in this great struggle to ensure a peaceful nation for ourselves and our posterity, and to make sure we maintain the government of the people, by the people, and for the people. God bless you all, and God bless America!"

Dunford left the podium to the loud applause and wild cheering of the crowds. The televised and recorded speech would quickly be broadcast on several major news channels. It seemed as though the United States was not going anywhere, even if she was just a mere shadow of her former glory. In a way, you could almost say Dunford promised to make America great again.

IN OTHER NEWS

Majority of environmental controls suspended in face of economic crisis, acting director of the EPA says it is a "necessary evil"
United States Department of Labor to nationalize Colorado firearms manufacturers, promises jobs with the expansion of the defense industry in Colorado.
Department of Labor to merge with Commerce, Energy, and Agriculture.
Colorado marijuana growers encouraged to grow food crops and boost economy in controversial new "Smoke For Victory" campaign by the Dept. of the Interior.
Joint Chiefs of Staff call on Selective Service to fill ranks, lifts restrictions on who can enter service. Women no longer restricted from front-line combat roles in any branch.
State Department and Justice Department condemns Trump trial, states charges of crimes against humanity are "ridiculous and utterly unfounded in any semblance of reason or justice."
Acting Secretary of State and Trump-era Ambassador of the United States to the United Nations Nikki Haley, alongside retired USMC General, former Ambassador to the United Nations, and Trump-era White House Chief of Staff John F. Kelly lodges official protest with the United Nations as to the nature of the Northeastern Federation's taking the United States' place as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 9:43 am

The Northeast Federation

The Legitimate Successor to The United States

15 September 2017- Richmond, Virginia, Northeastern Federation

"So you see, if you support this, we can get you back into power like that.", said Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe as he snapped his fingers.

Governor McAuliffe was meeting with Governor Roy Cooper, former governor of North Carolina, who was leading a Carolinian government-in-exile which was very friendly to The Northeastern Federation, and in fact was interested in integrating into the federation and becoming a new state.

"Well Governor McAuliffe, it just pains me to see this happen to my home, the Carolinas. But I think this is in the best interest of the Carolinian people, and I do declare I will wholeheartedly support this liberation if I may say so myself. I look forward to resuming my rightful governorship immediately.", said Governor Cooper.

"Very good, very good indeed. It seems all the pieces of the puzzle are falling into place. Everything is going according to plan...", said Governor McAuliffe as he and Cooper kicked back a glasses of champagne to celebrate.

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September 15, 2017- Off The Coast of The Carolina Confederacy

The Union blockade of the Carolinas extended from the Virginia-Carolina border all the way down to the border with the Gulf States. No ships were allowed in or out, and if any ship tried to forcibly break through the blockade or attack the Northerner's fleet, their ship would be sunk in a matter of minutes.

It seemed that so far ships were obeying the blockade and were not attempting to break through it. But then a small flotilla of ships carrying the Confederate Carolinian flag ignored all warnings from the Northeastern sailors, and continued to plow towards to blockading ships.

"We order you to reverse course now or you will be torpedoed!", shouted a captain of one of the ships, an aircraft carrier which had been dispatched to the Carolina front lines.

The ships continued their course, and after multiple warnings the aircraft carrier and other ships began to fire a series of torpedoes towards the ships, which blew them out of the water bad turned them into flaming wrecks and burning hulks of steel jutting out of the water which had turned red with blood.

A war had begun...

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September 15, 2017- North Carolina-Virginia Border

The 100,000 troops which had been stationed on the border were part of an invading ground force over over 125,000 due to an additional deployment over the past few days. There would be further deployments, but the North considered this to be an adequate number of troops for an initial liberation.

Some troops began to march through the border (where a fence had been erected but there were opening in it to get through), while others drove on the various interstate highways which were still Northeastern property such as I-95.

They were met with significant resistance at the border, and there were quite a lot of skirmishes and battles just in the first few hours of the liberation. But as night fell, almost all towns immediately adjacent to the border with Virginia were largely already under Norheastern control. But these were not the "Crown Jewels", they were just some small towns and suburban sprawl. Cities like Charlotte, Raleigh, Durhan, Greensboro, Winston-Salem and others were the big prizes.

The most easiest to invade first would be Greensboro, although the most symbolic would be Raleigh as it is the state capital.

The North decided on a multi-part strategy. The invasion of cities like Greensboro, Durham and Winston-Salem would happen mostly by ground at first. While the invasion and bombardment of cities like Charlotte and Raleigh would happen by air and also by ground via the troops deployed on the I-95. Coastal towns and cities like Wilmington would be even easier targets as they were barely fortified and within range of ship-launched missiles.

At midnight on September 16, the Northeast Federation declared the new states of North Carolina and South Carolina to be official members of the federation. Was this a bit premature? Perhaps. But it would show the North's intentions and perhaps scare the Confederates into submission...

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September 15, 2017- The Outer Banks

"Fire at will!", shouted the computer announcer at the sailors as they began to fire missiles from their ships towards the barren shores of the Outer Banks. This time of year, the Outer Banks were a ghost town and almost totally deserted except for a small number of year-round residents. The missiles were fired at various Confederate government targets such as random naval ships, Confederate Police Stations, etc. Luckily for the Northeast the Outer Banks were barely fortified and there weren't many people there, so they would be by far the easiest land to capture.

A landing force of 10,000 landed on the shores of the Outer Banks later that night. The locals mostly surrendered to the Northern troops, but a few resists and were detained or shot if they fired at the soldiers.

Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington would be a tougher but to crack than the Outer Banks, but it could be done. It was not very far from major naval installations in Virginia and the Delmarva Peninsula, which made it easier to deploy higher amount of naval forces there.

Of particular value to the Carolinians was the Port of Wilimington, which served as their nation's main port, along with Charleston.

"I want that fucking thing blow to pieces, you hear me?!?", shouted President Biden over the phone to Commander-General James Stavridis, commander of the Northeastern Federation Carolina Forces and member of the Obama and now Biden administrations.

"It will be done Mr. President, sir!", General Stavridis replied as he hung up the phone and worked on the bombardment of the Port of Wilmington.

Dozens of missiles and rockets were launched towards the port, and torpedoes were fired to damage it's underwater facilities. The port had already been damaged in the second civil war, and was just starting to recover and had been recently renovated before this.

The General knew that this would piss off the Carolinians to no end.

"Once the Port is taken out, we are landing in Wilmington and then the real battle will begin!", said General Stavridis to his men and women, as they affirmatively replied "Sir, yes sir!"

by **Chewion** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 10:00 am

Sacramento, NCR

Brown sat back as the Secretary of Energy stood before him telling him the program progress "Mr. President, the Nevada Solar Farm, or NSF, is having its basic infrastructure built and we think we can turn it on in a few weeks running at 25%. Within a few months we can increase that to 100%. With that we should be able to declare full energy independence." Brown nodded and said "Very well. I want it done ASAP. Your dismissed."

Eastern Seabord

Off the coast of the Carolinas and Virginia sat a Californian submarine. Formally known as the USS Texas, based in Hawaii, it was now known as the USS Guam. It's mission was to observe the actions that satellite had picked up along the coast. It made a point to stay far enough out to sea and stayed submerged while just watching everything.

by **Tysoania** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 10:07 am

Union of American Republics
Alma, Republic of Nebraska
UAR Army Camp Wilcox

Lt. Col. Renure had just begun to doze off when his mobile phone started vibrating. He opened his eyes and lifted his head off the folding table that served as his desk, trying to locate the phone. Finding it, he looked at the screen. An email from the communications officer, something about the US provisional government in Colorado agreeing to meet with him. Renure put the phone down and sighed, trying to figure out the logistics of it all. If the visitors were driving across, he would have to arrange an armed escort and see about getting some more fuel from the battalion's supply depot in Broken Bow. He would also have to transfer a couple patrols from their current duties to sweep the highways along the border beforehand. That would leave part of Furnas County unguarded, though, and vehicles were in short supply. If the visitors intended to fly in, he would have to get the camp's engineers to put together either a helipad and find some jet fuel or aviation gasoline. If the supply depot was usually only able to fill a third of his diesel and gasoline requests, he doubted they would be able to source jet fuel.

Land route it was.

Renure stood up and walked out of his tent. The morning sunshine meant the day was already warming up, and the camp's troops had already left for the first daytime operations and patrols. Renure stretched and slowly walked over to the logistics officer's station in a converted shipping container. The continuing economic depression meant that the Army's budget had been gutted, and the only staff trailer had been discovered to have a broken axle in the depot yard, so the old shipping container had been confiscated from the Alma scrap yard.

The container was humid and dark, lit only by the glow of computers and 2-way radios. Renure had offered to give them his tent's lights, but the logistics officer had refused on the grounds that the dark kept the room cool. The colonel felt around for the chair in front of the log o's desk, then sat down. The log o, an no-nonsense first lieutenant with time in Afghanistan, leaned forward as Renure laid out the situation. Within 30 minutes, the plan had been created. The highway sweepers would be the platoon in Franklin, where operations were winding down anyways. The escort would be sourced from the armoured vehicles in the field; 2 Strykers and the in-camp Humvee would do the job. Of course, that meant delaying the assault against the positions outside Haigler, but as long as the local forces dug in, they would see if he couldn't use the Strykers as supply vehicles until the day of the visit.

by **Tysoania** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 10:39 am

Union of American Republics
Pierre, Republic of South Dakota
National Legislature

The President ran into the War Room, the Army MP closing the door behind him. He took his seat and tried to catch his breath; looking around the table, he saw mostly familiar faces. The Minister of Defense, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the head of the Office of Foreign Intelligence, and the head of the Ministry of Security. There was only one he didn't recognize; the Chief of the Defense Staff was absent, and his spot was filled by the Vice Chief. The Vice Chief stood up and moved to beside the screen. He nodded at the MP, and the lights turned off as the PowerPoint turned on.

"To bring everyone up to speed, there has been a shift in the state of affairs on the continent. The Northeastern Federation, some remnant of the Feds, has declared war against and invaded the Carolinas. They have landed troops along the coast at the Outer Banks and have begun attacks along the Virginian border. We don't know how long it will take for them to make significant gains, but we have yet to see a full response from the Carolinas or any other nations. They have also begun blockading the coast and torpedoed several ships. Intelligence indicates that they were civilian freighters and tankers. We do not think at this time they will make threats against UAR positions in the east yet, and they seem to be focusing their strength here. Without assistance, we predict a Northeast tactical victory, but also a guerrilla war that will cost them dearly." With that, the Vice Chief sat down.

The Minister of Defense spoke next, but did not stand up. "The Carolinas have not asked for assistance yet, but we believe it may come soon. I have ordered the defense forces to go to general standby at DEFCON 4 and recalled all troops from leave. Beyond that, we are awaiting orders."

The President thought for a second, then spoke. "I want telegrams and press releases written up and put out in 30 minutes. The UAR condemns the unprovoked attack and threatens to intervene militarily if the Federation does not leave the Carolinas immediately." The Minister of Foreign Affairs nodded, then stood up and dashed out of the room.

"I also want the forces to go to DEFCON 3, general." The Minister of Defense opened his mouth to argue, but the President cut him off. "Have para companies standing by for deployment." The Minister and Vice Chief both nodded. "Also, I want it made clear that we will not hesitate to use the nuclear option". The two defense officials nodded and fled the room.

"Security, I want anyone with public Fed sympathies looked at. Make sure we don't have any moles. Intel, keep doing what you're doing. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go write some emails." And with that, the President left the War Room.

The Pierre Patriot headlines

WAR IN THE CAROLINAS
UAR breaks off diplomatic relations with Northeastern Federation
UAR offers military assistance, disaster relief aid to Carolinas
UAR Forces go to DEFCON 3
President threatens WAR!
Troops recalled from leave
Patriots beat Wildcats 7-2

by **Newne Carriebean7** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 12:07 pm

Democratic People's Republic of Texas
Austin
September 16th,2017

President George W. Bush's face lit up with a firey red glow as he read the news.
"Those damn Northeasterners are invading fucking Carolina?"
"S..Sir that appears to be tr-"
"Are you Fucking Shitting me on a fucking cracker with fucking Häagen-Dazs and hot tamale Leprechaun Glass Kentucky fried Hamster on a stick?!"
He was beyond incensed, words could not describe how furious had was right at the moment. He had been planning out a letter to the Carolinans in a typical goofy fashion, but with this announcement, he'll have to kill two entire trees in order to spew the amount of sheer anger he was hacking out with loogies of rage and madness.Getting out his gun, he lined up a long line of old people and military high command, shooting them one by one with their denture blood impacting Bush in the face after several teeth shots to the mouth.
"I feel slightly better now that-" taking a lick of his lips he counted thirty seven old people. "A shit ton of the elderly are dead. Now I feel like we can plan out a response, how about we send in the Texan Navy, surely we have the aircraft carriers already bu-"
"Sir, the carriers are not yet ready, Construction started yesterday and the materials are still bein-" Another bullet rang out with the general dropping dead on the table, his bloodied head impacting the wooden surface with a thud before collapsing on the ground.
"Not yet Ready?! Are you fucking shitting me-no I'm getting too heated, I need to take in a deep breath."
Bush inhaled.
"and out.."
Bush exhaled before opening his eyes and smiling.
"Now then, Do you understand why I am so pissed at this invasion?" the room was silent after the elderly shooting gallery, and so Bush took a deep sigh before starting.
"Because these goddamn northern Yankee bastards are firing up yet another war, it's like world war II, which I fought in, true story,don't Wikipedia or fact check that. and I need the Texan Nation to live, why do you think we have nuclear weapons? What's the situation,can we send in supplies via boat?"
"Negative sir, they have the entire area blockaded."
"We'll try anyways, inform Admiral Steamboat Mickey of a transfer of assignment to a 3,467 ton cargo ship named The Rosy Dardanelles They are to contain 400 tons of flour, 2,000 AR-15s and 500,000 rounds of ammunition. It is to sail under a Cuban flag to the Carolinian ports, on board shall also be 25 soldiers of the Texan People's Army as advisers."
"Yes sir, and what about the air?"
"We'll airdrop in 30 passenger liners filled with soldiers and medical supplies, a total of 2,000 taco shells, 600 pounds of ground beef, 500 pounds of lettuce, 450 pounds of refried beans and 400 pounds of cheese, oh that and 7,500 soldiers as well in the liners."
"Sir... why all the Taco ingredients, are you planning on feeding the men ta-"
"Fuck no, they can eat their own shit for all I care,no, make it mandatory, they haveto eat their own shit, and then they can have some cinnamon rolls.I'm nice aint Is?"
"Yes sir, now do we condemn the Northeast Federation, do we put sanctions on it, do we-"
"Declare war."
The general staff that was not already dead chocked on their cinnamon rolls.
"W-what?! Sir, I beg you, the military's not yet ready for scu-"
"Prepare airplanes to drop in men to assist Carolinan military forces and guerrilla fighters slash Partisans. We'll send in more later, and just send over a train with 1,000 soliders on it."
"Sir a train that big will be really mess-"
"Fuck the Mess, dewit!'
"Y..Yes sir."
As the general tried to clean up his waste disposal sheet (WDS), Bush laughed for a short while before dressing up in a bacon suit and barking out. "Mr. Noodle, time for the macarana!" With that, Bill Noodle got out of bed,walked to the bunker in fish shoes and formed into the shape of Wyoming, mooing like a buffalo before being drenched in Koolaid, dancing with President Bush until a missile flew over the bunker,signaling them to stop.
"Now write these letters up for me, and I'll snag you a hooker named old spice jenkins."
"Hitler?"
"Sure dearie."

To: Carolina
From: Bill Noodle, Head of the Foreign Affairs Office for the Democratic People's Republic of Texas
ENCRYPTION:MAXIMUM

You Poor Babies, tell Bush where the naughty Biden hit you, was it right in the kisser, oh there there... I'll bring over some troops to beat the shit out of Biden,and we can then go out for some PIE, everybody loves PIE! I shall order an expeditionary Force for the Freedom of Carolina to be formed immediately and they shall be dispatched at once. In the mean time I'm sending over guns for you to shoot at those naughty Biden bastards,I hope you know how to use a gun.
P.S, I hope you don't mind, but I'm going to ask you to flee over here with your government, perhaps a gov. in exile.

To:Joe BIDEN
From: Bill Noodle, Head of the Foreign Affairs Office for the Democratic People's Republic of Texas

What the fuck are you doing?! You're fucking with the ~~Glorious Texan Sphere of Influence~~ The rights of states here! I DEMAND that you withdraw all military forces from Carolina within the next minute, or at least give the order to withdraw, I'll fucking wait.
.
.
.
No? WAR IT IS THEN,BITCHES. Have a nice day.

George W. Bush
@DubyaBush69

Biden's trying to make the UNION great again, oh wait, suppressing state's rights much ya bastard? I announce that Texas shall be accepting as many refugees that wish to flee from the dictatorship of the fucking Northeastern Union/Federfuckination, oh and we also invite the Carolinian Gov. to Texas for Pie,everybody likes PIE!#Biden's the new Hitler #Give me your tired your poor and your huddled masses #Everybody likes PIE!

RETWEETSFAVORITE
54,02827,551

8:37 am- 16/9/17

by **Duestchstien** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 1:24 pm

Federal Republic of Cascadia

Official Letter of the Federal Republic of Cascadia

Encryption: High
To: Northeast Federation
From: Federal Republic of Cascadia

We find you peace offer a welcoming gift. We can't express how happy we are to meet with you, their are indeed many similarities between us and the New England region, we both love our donuts and coffee, as well as the our doors. We also know that there are many similiatities between our nations in general, not only culturally but politically.

We also thank you for your comment on our 9/11 ceremony, it truly was a tragic event and those people deserve to be remembered no matter what the state of the world is. We also quite enjoyed watching your ceremony on television and loved your speech.

With all this in mind we will happily accept your offer to meet with you on September 20th. We can't wait to begin doing business with and get the wheels of democracy and diplomacy churning again. See you then.

Sincerely,

National Identification Act

With this act we declare that all citizens will be issued an identification card, different from their drivers license and Cascadicare Card, as well as a new passport that will replace the US passports currently held by citizens. As such these cards will be used for identification in public services by police, government, and other officials to identify citizens. This distribution of these two items will begin on October 5th, 2017 unless otherwise declared....

Other Important Acts and laws passed
National Highway Act-combines and rename all former Canadian and American national highways into a single Cascadia Highway system managed by the Cascadian Highway Authority.
National Toll Act-Installs tolls on national highways
National Park Act- Combines all former National Parks of the Canadian and American governments into a unified National Park system managed by the Cascadian national park service.

by **Tysoania** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 3:44 pm

Union of American Republics
"Together, One Nation"

To: President Moore, c/o Dept. of Foreign Affairs, Confederacy of the Carolinas
From: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAR

In light of the recent attacks against your nation, the Union has decided to extend its hand in solidarity. The President has authorized us to offer you support in the form of loans, relief aid, civilian supplies, and military assistance. The Union has condemned the unprovoked invasion and, if you wish, we can begin a counterattack within the hour. We await your reply.

Sincerely,

John J. Jacobs
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Union

by **Chewion** » Mon Sep 18, 2017 4:14 pm

Sacramento, NCR

President Brown sat in the situation room with anger coursing through his mind. Biden had invaded an independent nation over an internal policy decision. This went against everything the NCR stood for. Picking up a phone he had a message sent to the Carolinas.

To: Confederacy of the Carolinas
From: President Brown
Encryption: HIGHEST

My friends,
While we may differ politically, the New California Republic cannot condone the acts taken against you. As such we are offering you aid in the forms of financial, food, water, and militarily. In addition I have several submarines in your area and a fleet in the Atlantic that I will redirect to assist you if you wish. This fleet includes a fully loaded aircraft carrier and can reach you in a matter of days. In addition any other military force you may require I will try my best to provide.

Sincerely,
Brandon Kiser

In addition a public statement on the war was given to the public.

FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE NEW CALIFORNIA REPUBLIC

The NCR considers the unprovoked invasion of the Confederacy as an affront to national sovereignty and the principles of Democracy. We condem these acts in the strongest sense and urge the aggressor to end this war.

by **Crockerland** » Tue Sep 19, 2017 1:11 am

Official Communique of the United Gulf States
From president Mike Huckabee, Gulfport, Mississippi
To Head of Foreign Affairs Bill Noodle, Democratic People's Republic of Texas
Regarding your message on discussions of a potential trade deal, I think something could definitely be worked out, but I believe it would be best to wait until the situation in Carolina (which has brought conflict to the borders of the great states of Georgia and Tennessee) has been resolved before we discuss things further. If the conflict is over quickly, the North American summit in Sacramento will be an excellent opportunity to discuss policy decisions and a trade deal.

Public Statement of the United Gulf States

The United Gulf States, through both lower and upper houses of congress, president Mike Huckabee, and vice president Ben Carson, condemns the obscene rogue state-like actions of the Northeast Federation against it's neighbor the Confederacy of the Carolinas over domestic policy decisions which were put in place by the democratically elected Carolinian government.

The United Gulf States will not participate in trade relations, exports or imports, with this rogue nation, and calls on them to end the blockade immediately. The UGS also applauds the Carolinians for not giving into the bully tactics of the Northeast Federation.

by **Aillyria** » Tue Sep 19, 2017 9:52 am

Pótoprens, Repiblik Ayiti
The cultural reforms were well underway, with road signs, government documentation, and texts books written in French all being replaced by ones written in Creole. 95% of the nation's populace spoke Haitian Creole as their first and only language....essentially making French effectively foreign to must Haitians other than the comparatively rich 5% that actually spoke French. Aguillion sought to break the hold the French language had on her people, along with the corruption it facilitated. "The people of Haiti have their own language, one that they should have proud of", thought Camille.

With the occupation of La Navassa, an uninhabited island approximately 40 mi off the coast of Haiti, which had been disputed with the former United States for over a century, she felt she'd made her point that her Haiti wouldn't tolerate the blan yo (whites) meddling or colonizing in the Caribbean.

Suddenly, while she sifted through her email inbox.....which she had a bad habit of not checking...she noticed a message from California.

Pou: Nouvo Repiblik La Kalifóni
Soti: Repiblik Ayiti

Greetings President Brown, I am Camille Aguillion, the new President of the Republic of Haiti. I shall personally be attending your state dinner in Sacramento. I look forward to the nations of our continent coming together to solve our mutual issues and any grievances amongst ourselves.

Sincerely, President Camille Aguillion of the Republic of Haiti.

by **Nea Byzantia** » Tue Sep 19, 2017 9:56 pm

Governor-General's Palace, Regina, Saskatchewan, the Republic of True-Canada, September 17th 2017

Eli Rhodesbury sat on the balcony outside his office, watching the sun rise over Regina, both physically and metaphorically. The gaunt little man with greying hair approaching the age of 50 sat in a wicker chair and stirred coffee inside a china-cup seated atop a saucer with all the grace and elegance of a Victorian aristocrat. His suit was also immaculately clean and ironed; his hair was slicked back. The only disorderly part of the man was his bushy eyebrows.

Anybody who knew the last Governor-General of Canada back when he was simply General Rhodesbury, would tell you what a cold and ruthless man he was. Honestly, though, there's no need for telling. His service record while he commanded Canadian forces during the Afghan War was enough of a testament in itself, as was his efforts to put down what he termed, the "Insurrections".

Rhodesbury would be the first to tell you that he never failed in his military career as a General. Of course, as his short stature and scrawny physique might inform you, he was never the physical sort. Oh no. General Rhodesbury was purely of the arm-chair variety. However, to make up for his lack of "physical experience" on the battlefield, Rhodesbury was a brilliant strategist; a master chess-player who had won provincial championships, growing up in Alberta. Rhodesbury had always held himself to quite high standards. The problem was always, always, always the "God-damned politicians" as Rhodesbury's cigar-puffing, oil-baron father would instruct him. "Never leave what you can do for yourself, to the government. They'll always find some way to muck it up. Unless of course its collecting taxes...that's about the one thing they excel at."

That outlook had turned out more true, than young Eli had believed. While commanding the war in Afghanistan, Rhodesbury had been forced to answer to civilian governments on how to prosecute the war. He had known exactly what to do, had studied the enemy for a long-time and laid out his plans. But, civilians, especially civilian politicians wishing to win re-election without cries of "war-criminal" hurled at them, had a particular aversion to the more efficient and effective tactics for winning a war, particularly an asymmetrical one: collateral damage, mass executions, terror, torture, etc. Rhodesbury was quietly offered a teaching position at Kingston Military College in 2011, by then Prime Minister Stephen Harper, looking to win his second term. Rhodesbury was tired of being held on a leash, and besides, the job was cushy, so he accepted.

Six years later, everything went to Hell. Justin Trudeau, a man who according to Rhodesbury had a even greater aversion to doing-what-needed-to-be-done than your average civilian politician, called the ex-general out of his teaching job to "restore order to the country". Rhodesbury was not going to be put on a leash this time. He said he'd only accept if he was given complete control of the army. Trudeau, being desperate, ascented. Instead of going East to crush the Francophone Separatist rebels as Trudeau and his political handlers expected, Rhodesbury went West to his home-province of Alberta as well as Saskatchewan. They melted in his hands like butter, within a couple of months, they were completely submitted to him. The Natives in Manitoba were a little more difficult, but they too, would be dealt with.

Meanwhile, the perfumed-ponce of a Prime Minister had the gall to write Rhodesbury a strongly worded letter (and yes, it was a letter, even in the 21st century) griping about his "brutality" when he took Winnipeg. Rhodesbury replied by stating that it was necessary and that now, thanks to him, the legitimate government of Canada controlled the Bread-Basket of the nation as well as its Oil supply. Trudeau, however, had little time to be grateful, as the French Separatists had defeated the government expeditionary force in Quebec (with France's support, no less) and they were now bee-lining for Ottawa. The Prime Minister demanded Rhodesbury's return. The General insisted he still had some mopping up to continue in the West, however, he did dispatch 2,000 men to Kingston, which did buy the capital some time. In reward for that gift, Trudeau had, with the backing of Her Majesty the Queen, named Rhodesbury Governor-General and Protector of Canada. He then thanked the General for "saving Ottawa", not realizing it was merely a temporary stop-gap measure. At the same time, Rhodesbury realized that the Separatists were too strong in the East (especially with France's support) for him to actually attempt to hold Ottawa. Rhodesbury ordered his troops in Kingston to evacuate and, meanwhile, promised Trudeau he was coming to Ottawa with reinforcements. What an idiot. Trudeau lapped it up. On the very evening that the Separatist forces assaulted Ottawa, Trudeau was hosting a celebratory soiree for his political inner circle and nearest-and-dearest. His frivolity and stupidity were unforgivable and ultimately cost him his position and his life.

Trudeau's demise at the hands of the Separatists was no major loss for Rhodesbury, though it proclaimed the end of Canada as it had been before. The loss of Ottawa was unfortunate, necessary and temporary. Rhodesbury regrouped his troops in Toronto. He calculated that the Separatists were still too strong and that he, meanwhile, was still too weak. However, this problem, the how-to-defeat-the-Separatists problem did not have to be answered at that moment. Instead, he opted to take as much time as he needed to solve that problem. Therefore, he signed a ceasefire agreement with the Separatists, allowing them to keep their filthy, poutine-encrusted fingers choked around Canada's ex-capital. Meanwhile, Rhodesbury took up residence in Regina, crushed some more revolts, schmoozed with the oil-barons, cut some deals with the Ruskies and China-men and pondered. Yes, he pondered what he termed the "Separatist Problem". In fact, it was just that problem he was pondering as he sat in his chair, sipping his coffee and watching the sun rise. Eli had always loved playing games, and this game was more than just military. Oh, it was so much more. So many more layers. And Eli couldn't wait to play. Oh, he just couldn't wait to play.

by **Nea Byzantia** » Wed Sep 20, 2017 2:32 pm

Letter to Chairman Mikhail Simonov of the Alaskan People's Republic:

Dear Mr. Chairman,

We hope all is well in your region. In what was once Canada, things have gotten a little tense as I'm sure you know. Allies are an invaluable thing to have these days, and your offer of alliance warms my heart. We will be sure to have you in Regina some time, Mr. Chairman, so that we may acquaint ourselves personally.

Sincerely and Respectfully,

Eli Rhodesbury, Governor-General of the Republic of True-Canada

by **Tysoania** » Wed Sep 20, 2017 3:43 pm

Union of American Republics
Pierre, Republic of South Dakota
National Legislature

The War Room was in session again.

The room had been in use almost constantly over the past few days, as the UAR's leadership plotted a response to the Northeastern Federation's aggression in the Carolinas. However, the past few meetings had been coordination and emergency planning sessions, with only a few officials in attendance. Now, however, it was time for the official briefing on the response to the crisis. President Bedard had just taken his seat at the head of the table, facing the projector screen. The Room was packed with every requisite minister and military commander in attendance. To the right of the President was the Prime Minister, followed by the Ministers for Foreign Affairs, Security, Economic Affairs, and Finance. On the President's left was the Minister of Defense, followed by the Vice Chief of the Defense Staff, the head of the Office of Foreign Intelligence, and the chief defense advisor for the UAR's ambassadors. At the front of the room was the Chief of the Defense Staff, General Pierce Witwicky. He had only returned a few days ago, but had already assured the President that there was nothing to worry about. Now, Witwicky nodded at the MP at the door to the room and the lights went down. The projector came on, showing a map of the east coast of the former continental United States. Witwicky began to speak.

"As you already now, several weeks ago, the Northeastern Federation, based in the former northeastern states, threatened to invade the Confederacy of the Carolinas, here, over the Carolinas making a change in fiscal policy. The Carolinas ignored this demand. Several days ago, the Federation invaded the Carolinas, sending troops across the border and launching a small amphibious invasion, as well as blockading the coast in strength. Intelligence indicates that they sank a civilian convoy attempting to run the blockade; we don't have casualty numbers, but we have no reports of any surviving ships. Many nations have offered financial and military assistance, but the government of the Carolinas seems to have gone dark. We don't know if they have collapsed or been cut off, but we are operating under the assumption that a central command is no longer active in the area. The military was mobilized and conscription activated before the collapse, so we are also assuming that Confederate troops are still fighting the Federation, as we have no reports of major military defeats at the moment."

Witwicky took a sip of water from the glass on the table before continuing. He pressed something on his clicker, and the screen changed to a tactical map of the Federation, the Carolinas, and the nearby areas.

"The UAR has already offered assistance to the government of the Confederacy, but as mentioned earlier, we are assuming they have collapsed. We cannot not allow the Federation to conquer and annex a sovereign nation without resistance. Thus, I propose Operation Cornerback. Starting as soon as the operation begins, known as phase 1, we begin deploying 2nd Bomb Wing, with the B-1 Lancer, into the airspace of the western Federation and begin attacking strategic targets, such as bridges, crossroads, and rail yards. At the same time, the 1st Bomb Wing, with the B-52H Stratofortress, is put on standby for deployment. The 1st Reconnaissance Wing is deployed over the entire region to aid ground troops and conduct reconnaissance. The 2nd Reconnaissance Wing is also deployed to begin electronic warfare against the Federation. In Phase 2, we transfer B-1 attacks to the front lines in the Carolinas to deprive the Federation armies of supplies and sleep. The 1st Bomb Wing is deployed over the western Federation and begins attack runs against strategic regions. Phase 3, the 1st and 2nd Bomb Wings are deployed over the entire Federation to attack targets of military or governmental value. We also put the nuclear forces on standby for attack against naval forces, to be launched only on order of the President."

"Questions?" The lights came up as Witwicky clicked to the next slide, showing the optimal outcome: a withdrawal of the Federation to their original borders. The room was silent as the assembled officials digested the briefing. After a moment, the President spoke.

"Davy, how long will it take to draft a telegram to the Federation?", he asked of the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

"About half an hour to write it," the minister replied.

"Great. I want you to send off a final warning to the Federation. Tell them that if we don't hear any promises or see any retreats in 48 hours, we will declare war."

"Yes, sir."

"Does anyone else have anything to add?", he asked the room. After a few exchanged whispers and scribbled numbers, everyone turned back to the President.

"Good. Operation Cornerback is approved pending a reply from the Northeastern Federation. Start making your preparations now."

Union of American Republics
"Together, One Nation"

URGENT

To: Pres. Biden c/o Dept. of Foreign Affairs, Northeastern Federation
From: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UAR

This telegram is to inform you that the Union of the American Republics condemns your actions against the Confederacy of the Carolinas and will be placing sanctions on the Federation until further notice. Furthermore, the Union demands that you remove your troops from the Carolinas within 48 hours of this message being sent, or we will be forced to take action to prevent further aggression.

Yours,

E. Bedard
President of the Union

by **Nea Byzantia** » Wed Sep 20, 2017 6:31 pm

Governor-General's Palace, Regina, Saskatchewan, Republic of True-Canada, September 19th 2017

"Thank you so very much for joining me for dinner, Dmitry." said Eli Rhodesbury putting on his most charming smile, as his wine glass was refilled by a waiter. Seated across from him was Dmitry Vassilivich Askinov, the Kremlin's chief ambassador to the Republic of True-Canada. Askinov was a reliable intermediary, he had already negotiated the selling of the Russian S-300 missile defense system to Rhodesbury.

"Oh, its a pleasure." replied Dmitry as dinner was served. Bison steak served with asparagus bathed in oil with a glass of Niagara's finest red wine. Rhodesbury had never been one for extravagance, but there were times where even he admitted it was necessary. This was one of those times. They dug into their meal and exchanged pleasantries, barbs and jokes. Then as dessert was being served, they got down to business.

"Eli, you are usually a man of quiet and pensive disposition." said Dmitry, "You are not one to like company or...all this." he added motioning to the food. "What do you want from me? It must be a fairly big deal, eh? If you had just wanted to buy some T-90s, you'd have phoned me, not wined me and dined me like I'm your new girlfriend, eh? So what is it?"

"We would be interested, Dmitry in opening up trade with the Kremlin." replied Rhodesbury flat-out.

"That's an interesting proposition." replied Dmitry, "A very interesting proposition. Are you sure about this, Eli? You and I both know Beijing won't be too pleased about this. On the outside, they seems as allies, Eli, but..." he paused, leaned close to Eli and brought his voice to a whisper, "...I have my sources close to the President who tell me that since the US went off the map, things have been...oh, what was the turn of phrase, he used?...Oh, yes, 'Singularly unproductive'. You know its not like you have to pick a side this early in the game. There's no rush, really." he said

"It's quite alright." replied Rhodesbury, "This is what I want."

"Very well. I'll fly to Moscow next week and speak to President Putin personally." said Dmitry. Dessert, a delicious maple syrup cake was served with Irish coffee. As they were eating their dessert, the conversation shifted.

"What do you think of what's going on in the South?" asked Dmitry suddenly. Eli knew he was prying to see what Eli's policy might be.

"Its...not unexpected." replied Eli, "It's also not my concern. I have my own plans."

"Yes, yes." replied Dmitry. He winked at Eli. "You do have a point. Its incredibly predictable. Americans, so stupid."

"Hmmm." said Rhodesbury. "Oh, Dmitry. There's something I've always wanted to know, but I've been too afraid to ask."

"You, Eli? Too afraid to ask? Go ahead, ask!" said Dmitry good-humoredly.

"Is it true what they say about the 2016 American Election?" asked Eli

"Is what true?" asked Dmitry nervously

"Did Russia-" he the sentence get caught in his throat. "Did they do it?"

Dmitry smiled slightly. "I think Hillary did more to make that Great Fiasco happen, than President Putin did. And I don't think we even had to. But, truth be told, Eli, I'm not the person you should ask."

"Then who should I ask?" asked Eli Rhodesbury. Dmitry pointed to the wall where a portrait of Vladimir Putin hung, regarding them with his cold, calculating eyes.

by **New Cobastheia** » Wed Sep 20, 2017 6:59 pm

THE REPUBLIC OF THE GREAT LAKES

Chicago, Illinois, Great Lakes
Chicago Federal Building, Current Place of Congress
Parliment Chamber

Unlike most of the other nations that had formed out of ashes from the former nations of North America, the Great Lakes haven't decided on where its capital would be. The constitution gave the right to choose the capital to Parliment but, it didn't give any city too where the capital should be hosted til then. That was supposed to be one of the first things that Parliment would debate and decide, however, that had been superseded by the issue that was growing in the Former United States.

"We need to support the Northeast, they are both this government's ally politically, culturally, and physically."
"Well, I would say that we are more aligned with California, at least they allow for freedom of thought and didn't ban the Republicans."
"Oh, please!"
"We have to keep in mind that we share an exceptionally long border with them."
"Right! If we invade we could complete the Conquest in that area!"
"Why must you cling to that silly concept!"

The Parliment had almost dissolved into something that could resemble the Taiwanese Parliment if it were civil and the Speaker had had enough, "Quite, Quite, I will have order!" At this point, Premier Sherrod Brown got up from his chair behind the Speaker and walked out while saying, "I'm calling an emergency cabinet meeting. If you're a member, I suggest that you follow me."

Cabinet Meeting

"Secretary (Douglas) Lute, as the Secretary of Defense, what do you suggest we do about the Carolinian Question?" Said Premier Brown.

"We should prepare for war. I wouldn't be surprised if this were to spill over into West Virgina within some time, due to spillover and due to West Virginia being similar, politically, to the Carolinas. I also wouldn't be surprised if this was an attempt to get power, it is the official successor state to the US, so it could be trying to rebuild it." Said the Secretary of Defense.

"Secretary (Douglas) La Follette, as the Secretary of State, what do you suggest we do?"

"Well, it's no question that the Northeast is invading a for expressing its own sovereign right. I'd say that we try to stay neutral and monitor the issue for the time being. I also agree with the statement spoken by Secretary Lute." Said the Secretary of State.

"Well, ok then, I'll have my Staff write a statement on the issue." Said the Premier.

A PUBLIC STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PREMIER OF THE GREAT LAKES, SHERROD BROWN

For the time being the Great Lakes will stay neutral in the Northeastern-Carolinian War, however, we will be willing to offer aid to the citizens of the Carolinas how would be negatively affected by the war, if the government of the Carolinas asks for it. We also advise that the aggressor, The Northeastern Federation, stand down and officially apologize to the Carolinas and offer to make retribution for the damage that has already been happened due to the war.

Signed,
Sherrod Brown
Premier of the Great Lakes

by **Aillyria** » Thu Sep 21, 2017 12:02 am

Pótoprens, Repiblik Ayiti

Haiti's situation was much different than the nations of the former US and Canada, infact it was even more uncertain than before. The fall of the United States ment that the flow of financial aid had been cut off. And as much as Aguillion would love for her nation to be self-sufficient, she knew it was simply unrealistic, Haiti needed a benefactor in order to move foward. However there were a few issues she realized would greatly hinder attracting one of the more developed nations to invest in her tiny republic. First, the war between the Northeasterners and Carolina had the mainland nations in a frenzy, they'd be more focused on leaguing themselves with militarily capable allies....to say Haiti was militarily impotent would be an understatement, it had no formal military, only a national defense/security force...little more than a beefed up police force that was routinely ineffective. Economic partnership was a valid option, but the exploitation Haiti had historically suffered at the hands of foreign powers made Camille quite wary of whether the new Neo-American governments would seek to take advantage of her people's poverty for their own profit or not.

Isolation, however, wasn't an option....it would mean death. She decided that courting benefactors would be her foremost objective at the upcoming state dinner in Sacramento. With the funding of a wealthy benevolent partner, she could begin the more ambitious projects she intended to enact.

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Thu Sep 21, 2017 4:41 am

Official Communique from The Northeast Federation
Communiqué Officiel de la Fédération du Nord-Est
הרשמי הרשמי של הפדרציה הצפון מזרחית
Officieel Communique van de Noordoostelijke Federatie
Comunicato Ufficiale della Federazione Nord-Orientale
Afishal Kommunikve fun di Northeast Federeyshan
Comunicado Oficial da Federação do Nordeste
Comunicado Oficial de la Federación del Noreste
Et officialis communique from Aquilo Foederatio
Communique Oifigiúil ó Chónaidhm Oirthuaisceart
Offizielle Kommunique aus dem Nordostverband
द ईस्ट-ईस्ट फेडरेशन से आधिकारिक संचार
北東連邦からの公式のコミュニケ
Επίσημη Ανακοίνωση από τη Βορειοανατολική Ομοσπονδία
동북 연맹 공식 공동 선언문
东北联邦官方公报

Encryption: High
To: Haiti
From: Joe Biden, President of The Northeastern Federation

Dear The Bloodthirsty Haitian Regime,

The Northeastern Federation condemns The Republic of Haiti for it's recent unprovoked invasion and illegal occupation and annexation of Navassa Island, an integral territory of the Northeastern Federation and it's legal predecessor, the United States, for over 100 years.

The Northeastern Federation views this act as a violation of international law and orders The Republic of Haiti to immediately vacate Navassa Island and any other occupied Northeastern territory or you will be forcibly removed from the island immediately.

As I speak, according to our sources, there are Northeastern citizens who are being held hostage by your bloodthirsty tinpot regime and I order them to be freed at once. This is an act of war committed by the illegitimate Haitian regime against the peaceful and democratic Northeastern Federation.

If the Republic of Haiti does not vacate Navassa Island and other other occupied Northeastern Federation territory within 12 hours, a state of war will exist between The Northeastern Federation and the Republic of Haiti.

In the meantime sanctions have been placed on your nation by the Northeastern Federation and Ambassador to the United Nations Al Gore has submitted a resolution to the United Nations recommending sanctions to be placed on Haiti by the international community immediately.

The choice is yours, war or peace, life or death.

by **The Free Territory of Makhnovia** » Thu Sep 21, 2017 7:59 am

About fifty people have gathered in front of new "Tiki Palace" Hotel in Pago Pago. It was third such hotel opened in Pacific Union and second on the island of Samoa. The investors were from all over the world- Chinese were the ones that were most interested in "Tiki Palace" project, followed by Australians. Most of the American lands so far weren't ready to invest in Pacific Union tourism- scars of war were felt pretty hard and tensions between some of the states and Northeast Federation were unfortunately up-front. Pacific Union didn't get hit by war so hard thanks to their distance and protection provided by soldiers stationed in bases.

Small group was having fun under the clear Pacific sky. People drank cocktails and danced to disco hits. As president Ropati Pelesa walked out of his white Jaguar there was no dignified silence but exalted cheering by happy guests. Aging man walked leisurely towards the mic and spoke:

"Dear citizens and guests. In this times of trouble it is important to think of two things that had somehow fallen out of focus. First is our indomitable spirit. Some call it bravery, some call it lust for freedom and some call it entrepreneurship but we in the Pacific had always known what made America- pure enjoyment of life. Don't let that ever drop out of focus. Second important thing, my friends is our beautiful serene nature. It was Ralph Waldo Emerson who once said:

"Oh I pray that our leaders be inspired not by book of law but by untamed freedom of our nature."

Our natural beauty come first here in Pacific Union and it should come first everywhere else. The roar of a wave, the sunlit canyon of a wild rived, the peaceful meadow and happy people enjoying those scenes. That's America for you!

Those two things I kept in mind when I decided to invest a good chunk of your taxpayers money into these hotels. Of course our investors helped us a great deal, but dear taxpayer you helped too. And this hotel will help you live better happier life. I declare this "Tiki Palace" open and I order this party to begin."

Among the cheers and toasts president slipped back into his Jaguar unobserved. Then he opened his laptop and wrote the following response.

From: The Pacific Union
To:The New California Republic

Dear friend!

It would be my honor to attend your dinner in Sacramento. Things in the continent are getting pretty heated and I would like to share our take of things with you.

Yours
Ropati Pelesa

by **British Empire Strikes Back** » Thu Sep 21, 2017 8:22 am

The Northeast Federation

The Legitimate Successor to The United States

September 18, 2017- The Oval Office, The White House. Washington, District of Columbia, NF

"We need to prepare for the possibility of war between the Northeastern Federation and nations beside the Confederacy.", said General Jacob Weiss, Commander of The Federation Air Force.

President Biden just sat there behind his desk shocked, pondering this terrifying thought for a few moments, before saying, "We've got to be prepared for anything. I want recruitment to increase, and to get that to happen we need to offer significant incentives like a pay increase and automatic citizenship and free air fare for any foreigners who would like to emigrate here if they enlist. We need to raise the readiness level from DEFCON 4 to DEFCON 3. And we need to run some tests of our nuclear capabilities and make sure we can readily deploy large numbers of nukes if it comes to rhat. Also we need to station additional troops at our borders with The Gulf States and what is left of the Confederacy, and in the Gulf. Maybe we should also deploy troops to Western Pennsylvania in case one of these Midwestern countries tries anything. But I am not worried about the Great Lakes. I know Sherrod very well, he is a good friend of mine.", said President Biden as he started to tell stories about going to a strip club with Sherrod Brown in DC a few years back.

"Mr. President, need I remind you that the new elections are tomorrow and you need to get out there and campaign a little more before it's too late.", said John Podesta, Biden's Chief of Staff.

Biden rolled his eyes and said, "Yeah, yeah, yeah. Do you really think I got a shot in hell winning this thing? I mean I have fucking Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Leonardo DiCaprio, John Kerry, Al Gore, Bernie Sanders, and other assholes running against me. Even if you look at the polls I'm polling at the 5% mark at this point! I should've just called it quits and ran for Delmarva governor...", said Biden.

Podesta paused for a moment as his finger stroked his chin. He had an idea, "What if I told you it's not to late for you to run for Governor, you'd win in a heartbeat Joe, you know that. The deadline is at midnight tonight so you better get out there and start campaigning, even if it's a little late in the game. I'll file everything to get your run set up and we could have a quick debate at the University of Delaware in Newark.", said Podesta.

Biden got out of his chair, put on his aviators and grabbed his briefcase, he looked around the Oval Office, this would likely be one of the last times he would grace these halls as President of the United States, and it choked him up a bit.

"Excuse me, I have some allergies from this fucking dust in here!", he shouted as tears rolled down his face.

"I'll miss this place, just to think that in 2 days I'll be out of here and I won't be President anymore chokes me up. I wanted to be President all my life, I've been in politics for over 40 years, and I've been running for President for over 30 years. I finally accomplished my dream, I finally became President. I think I made Barack proud, and I think I would've made Beau proud. But I've served my purpose here and I led this nation through a period of great hardship and I was able to lead this nation into success for all Americans. Now our economy is thriving compared to a few months ago, and hopefully within a few years it will fully recover. Most of the shit that was destroyed by those Trump fucks back in the civil war has been fixed and rebuilt, but there is still a lot of shit to be done and a lot of shit to be accomplished. I'll leave that to the next fucking guy, or woman for that matter, who becomes president to finish. I guess I'll just ride peacefully out into the sunset back to Delaware, my home sweet home.", said Biden as shook the hands of his cabinet members such as Press Secretary Josh Earnest, Chief of Staff John Podesta, Defence Secretary Stavridis, Chairman of the FBI James Comey, and many more.

A lot of his cabinet members were out and were busy campaigning, Vice President Sanders, Secretary of State John Kerry, Attorney General Eric Holder, UN Ambassador Al Gore, and others were getting ready for the final Presidential debate. Biden decided that he would controversially skip the event and instead head back home to Delaware to begin his last minute campaign for the Delmarva governorship.

But before he left, his former boss and best friend, Barack Obama was there to see him out.

"It's good to see you Joe! You've done a great job as President, I'm very proud of you and I wish you all the best as Delaware's governor. We need to hang out more, you know I only live a few miles from here?", said Barack.

"Yeah I know, I was just at your house on Tuesday remember?", said Joe as he laughed.

"Hey Joe, if you're going to Delaware, why don't we take a little drive down to Rehoboth and we could go to Dogfish Head and have a few beers?", said Barack.

Joe laughed and said, "Sure, Barack I could use some of their pizza too.", as the two walked out of the White House and onto the White House Lawn. A helicopter's propellor started to rotate, and Barack said, "I hope it's okay if we take the helicopter, it'll get us there faster!"

"It's just one of the perks of the jobs, eh?", said Joe as he got into the helicopter with Former President Obama and the two friends and former colleagues set off towards the Delaware coast.

•Rail service Amtrak has been nationalized by the Federation government, with it coming under the jurisdiction of the newly-created Department of Mass-Transit. The Northeast Federation has sent Trade Secretary Michael Bloomberg to Japan to meet with Prime Minister Abe to discuss the possible implementation of Shinkansen-style high speed rail in the Northeast. Next week Secretary Bloomberg will meet with Elon Musk and others to discuss their proposals for a hyperloop and the Northeast will compare costs between the two to determine which would be most financially viable. Construction of the new super-high-speed rail line from Boston to Richmond, and possibly stopping in Raleigh, Charlotte, NC, and Columbia, SC, until it's final destinations in Orlando, Cape Canaveral, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami, is scheduled to be finished by 2030.

•All public utility companies such as PSEG, FPL, PECO, and others have been nationalized and are now a division of the newly-created Department of Public Services. Lower-income residents of the Northeadtern Federarion with reduce electricity, water and gas at reduced cost or at no cost at all. The Federation will accelerate the transition to renewable energy and has promised 50% renewable energy by 2020 and 100% by 2030, with the help of private companies such as Tesla which has been given a number of government contracts to supply solar arrays across the nation.

•Sales of gasoline and diesel vehicle, as well as CNG and PNG vehicles will be banned by the year 2030, to help accelerate the switch to electric vehicles and renewable energy across the nation.

•With the collapse of the Confederare government, a power vacuum is in place and the Northeastern Federation now fully controls the area of The Outer Banks, the North Carolina-Virginia border cities of Raleigh and points north, as well as Myrtle Beach and the coast of South Carolina including Charleston, which is almost but not fully under Union control. Western Confederate Territory is in the middle of intense battles between Northeastern soldiers and KKK, Neo-Nazis, White nationalists, White supremacists, skinheads, motorcycle gangs and other hate groups which in coalition and cooperation with the Carolina government have formed militias which make up the remainder of the Carolinian military. The cities of the Carolinas are largely undefended, as is the coast, by the far j Far inland areas especially heavily wooded and heavily-Republican areas are still in virtually complete control of the militias. Press Secretary Josh Earnest said in a statement that civilian casualties have been kept to a minimum and that the total number of casualties is 265 Northeastern troops, 320 Confederate/White supremacist militiamen, 12 civilians (6 killed by NF- 6 killed by CC).

•Northeastern Federation conducts two successful nuclear tests in international waters many hundreds of miles off the coast of Georgia and in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico (100 miles off the coast of Texas). The ICBMs launched and performed successfully and are expected to not pose any danger to marine life as the nuclear warhead was reportedly removed prior to launch.

•New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is indicted on numerous federal criminal charges including conspiracy, treason, corruption charges, misuse of public funds, as a result of his planning and execution of the "Bridgegate" Scandal, as well as a reported $250,000 yearly personal budget just for food for himself, as well as $75,000 paid to a Dr. Christie Christie for a lap band procedure that never happened, $24,500 spent for a vacation to Florida for he and his mistress, now-former Police Chief of a North Jersey town, as well as his meeting and conversation with a Russian spy at infamous New Jersey panzarotti place "Franco's Place" prior to the 2016 election. Christie has been taken to Allenwood Federal Penitentiary in Pennsylvania prior to his transfer to an unknown location which is holding former President Trump prior to his extradition to The Hague. It is unlikely that Christie will face international charges and he will likely serve between 30 years-to life in prison for his crimes if convicted. Representative Donald Norcross has been appointed Interim Governor of The State of New Jersey.

•Tommorow on September 20, an election will be held across the Northeast Federation and will be open to Northeastern citizens as well as residents in the Northeast origination from any nation excluding The Confederacy, Haiti, and The UAR unless they have full Northeastern citizenship. The election will be very different than American elections and there will likely have to be a coalition government. The four leading candidates in the Presidential election are John Kerry of the Liberal Democratic Party, Leonardo DiCaprio of the Progressive Party, Bernie Sanders of the Labor Party, and Al Gore of The New Democrats. Other candidates include Dwayne Johnson who has already selected a running mate (Tom Hanks), NY Governor Andrew Cuomo, Virginia Governor Terry McAullife, Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick, Former Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley, Mark Cuban, Michael Bloomberg, Bill de Blasio, and others. A final debate will be broadcast live tonight on every major television channel and only on Facebook Live, YouTube, Amazon Video, and on Debate2017.com starting at 8 PM or 20:00, until 10:00 PM or 22:00 or so and the debate will be moderated by Charlie Rose, Lester Holt, Anderson Cooper and Larry David.

•NFASA, in collaboration with SpaceX and the ESA has announced that it plans to send a manned mission to Mars by 2030, which will be preceded by a manned mission to a near-Earth asteroid, and the start of construction on an international lunar base by 2020.

•Across the Northeast and South Florida there is a massive shortage of rye bread, apples, honey, due to massive demand for the high holiday of Rosh Hashanah, as well as there being groups who have hoarded these items and are reselling them for exorbitant prices. Matzo and gefilte fish are reportedly readily available, while hamantashen were sold out in the Upper East Side, resulting in a man reportedly selling them for $20 a pack.

•Alligator attacks 80 year old naked couple high on meth carrying guns were having sex in their 1980 Lincoln Town Car which crashed into a lake in Central Florida, both are in serious condition but are expected to be ok and will likely be charged with lewd and lascivious behavior among other charges.

•The 2017 election will be the first in which there is a President (with a largely ceremonial role), Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, and Foreign Affairs Minister who will likely be elected as a result of a coalition agreement between the major parties after the election. All governorships in the Northeast Federation are up for grabs, although many governors are running for reelection and are likely to win such as Governor Cuomo. While others like Phil Levine are newcomers to the gubernatorial stage and Levine is polling well in Florida at this point.

•Also there will be a bicameral parliament, and the nation is set to have multiple capitals for the first time. Philadelphia will be the legislative capital, housing the parliament and will also be the transit capital continuing to house the headquarters for Amtrak. While New York will be the business capital and home to The Treasury, The Federation Reserve, Chamber of Commerce, Department of Trade, and more. While Boston will be the historical and educational capital with the Northeastern UNESCA, The Ministry for Historical Structures, and The Ministry of Education all having their headquarters here. While Miami will be the capital for Spanish-speaking institutions, The EPA, The Ministry for The Oceans, The Coast Guard, The Federation Navy, and The Federation Fish and Wildlife Agency. Orlando will be the capital for the USDA's agricultural division (USDA split into two groups, one for agriculture and one for dairy). Burlington, Vermont will become the headquarters of the dairy division of the USDA, as well as the Ministry of Labor. Boca Raton, Florida will become the capital for the new Ministry of Aging and the Ministry of Judaism, as well as for the FBI's Special Mob Taskforce. Bar Harbor, Maine will become the new capital for the Ministery of Fisheries. The Northeastern Forestry Initiative will be headquartered in a new development in Upstate Pennsylvania that will become a medium-sized city of over 500,000 people by 2050 and will be the first green city to be developed in Pennsylvania. The city's development is being funded by HSBC and various investors and corporations. This city will begin construction by the end of the years and the new HQ for this forestry initiative will be ready by 2019. A wine-growing region in Southern Virginia will bloc the capital for the Ministry of Alcoholic Beverages. Charlotte-Amalie, St Thomas, USVI will become the capital for the Office of Caribbean Affairs. Navassa Island will become part of the state of USVI, and will be the home of the Federation's Caribbean Fleet by 2020, and could become a major tourist destination due to ecotourism and sustainable development by that time. The Ministry for Culture and the FDA will be based in New Jersey. The Energy Department will be based in New Hampshire. And everything else will be Washington DC, especially the courts. WIP

•The Bureau of Indian Affairs will be dissolved on September 21, and Native American reservations will become fully independent nation with the exclusion of foreign affairs and defense, similar to the example set with the First Nations in Canada.

•A central issue in this election is climate change and its effect on this nation, this continent, and the planet we all share and what we can do to mitigate the worst effects of it and reduce planet warming and sea level rise. Other important issues are the ideas of universal single-payer healthcare similar to the Canadian or British model, as well as a $15 minimum wage. The war with the Confederacy is not very controversial in the Northeast and according to a recent poll 85% of Northerners approved or were neutral regarding the war with the Confederacy. There have been some small-scale protests, mainly in rural southern Virginia and among former Trump loyalists who are still bitter and angry all these months later.

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