Sept. 2024 GenSec Nominations

[Simone Republic]

Just in case this comes up (not that it seems likely), I decline any nominations.

Edit: echo what AS said below.

[The Overmind]

On my phone during a layover currently, so bear with me.

I understand the criticism against me for being too new; I am certainly less experienced than several of the frontrunners. I think the bigger challenge has to do with time commitment; I have just departed on a trip to “study abroad” which will last a little over three months, and I intend to make the most of it. That is, not spend time on NS where not strictly necessary. The timing of this means that it is difficult for me to accept the nomination without mentioning this.

However, I do feel confident in my ability to do the job if GenSec deems me the right choice. In the meantime, though, I’d put my weight behind the nomination of Haymarket, who has shown to have an aptitude for common-sense legality opinions. Other good options include Tinfect, Overmind, and of course Wallenburg, and as such I would nominate all of those individuals.

tldr: i dont think i’m a good candidate at this time but i do tentatively accept my nomination and will work with gensec through the process

I appreciate that! However, I decline at this time.

[Second Sovereignty]

Other good options include Tinfect [...] and as such I would nominate all of those individuals.

OOC:
As much as I would like to accept the nomination, I'm simply not likely to be active enough these days to be of much use on GenSec. I must decline.

[Namwenia]

I nominate Wallenberg and Tinhampton

[Elyreia]

I'll continue to withhold nominations until I know who can take them.

The exception being seconding Wallenberg as I have for a while now, since they have accepted the nomination.

[Yelda]

Overmind

Honestly, this makes sense. He knows the rules and he's active. I'll second the nomination even though I can't stand him.

[Untecna]

As with last time, Wallenburg.

[Kinqueven]

I am nominating Topid. It's just logical

[Greater North-America]

I nominate Wallenburg. If Wally is still considered persona non grata, I nominate Elyreia.

[The Overmind]

Overmind

Honestly, this makes sense. He knows the rules and he's active. I'll second the nomination even though I can't stand him.

I appreciate the grudging respect. Unfortunately, I must still decline

[Attempted Socialism]

I second the nomination of Wallwnburg.

Editing to add that Sierra Lyricalia, if they want to return, would also be a good pick.

In addition, since there is some discussion of whether some gatekeeping of the GenSec is valid, I repost my comments on the topic of who makes a good GenSec member.

To blatantly piggy-bag on Bears, I will note that GenSec aren't chosen for their legislative prowess or enthusiasm, but rather their ability to adjudicate and develop the rules in a way that promotes engagement while not disrupting established precedent too much. Ability to write legal resolutions is not the same as ability to adjudicate and develop the rules. I would prefer new GenSec members to be clearly invested in the rules, whether as proponent or opponent of specific rules and rulings. This means placing emphasis on their activity when it concerns legality in drafts and in challenges, rather than how many resolutions or drafts they have authored. With that in mind, I think some diligence is due for the people who nominate: Would you trust your nominee to interpret, help with, adjudicate, and develop, the rule-set, in an impartial and engaging manner? What evidence can you point to, if you should convince someone who knows nothing of your nominee that this is the case? If you search the GA forum for a player name and "challenge" or "legality", what comes up?
As such there are several nominees who could be considered nominated for the wrong reasons; The number of resolutions they have gotten passed, the number of drafts they have posted, or how popular they are in general. A legislative record, enthusiasm for the game, or likability, are generally good, admirable traits, but they are not, on their own, qualifying for GenSec. Nice to have, not need to have, in other words.
With that in mind, I will support Wallenburg's nomination. Wallenburg is sometimes direct (At times bordering on abrasive), but they honestly and diligently engage with the rules, and their command of the rules, precedent, and already-passed legislation is impressive. They're able to both work within the existing rule-set and challenge rules or rulings based on the effects they will have on the game. And I believe they're able to deal fairly and impartially in challenges.

[Elyreia]

I nominate Wallenburg. If Wally is still considered persona non grata, I nominate Elyreia.

I have willingness and time but less confidence about my ability to interpret rules and law, especially given how I've only done one resolution to quorum, and no legality challenges of any sort.

[The Ice States]

I nominate Wallenburg. If Wally is still considered persona non grata, I nominate Elyreia.

I have willingness and time but less confidence about my ability to interpret rules and law, especially given how I've only done one resolution to quorum, and no legality challenges of any sort.

To confirm, is this an acceptance of the nomination such that you are fine with being considered by Gensec for the role?

[Elyreia]

I have willingness and time but less confidence about my ability to interpret rules and law, especially given how I've only done one resolution to quorum, and no legality challenges of any sort.

To confirm, is this an acceptance of the nomination such that you are fine with being considered by Gensec for the role?

I will accept the nomination. Worst that happens is I don't get it.

[Tinhampton]

I nominate... Tinhampton

I ACCEPT THIS NOMINATION.

[Quintessence of Dust]

Nominate Wallenburg.

[Imperium Anglorum]

Nominate Wallenburg.

I nominate Gruenberg.

[Yelda]

What do community members think of this? The main objection internally to moving back to five has been the belief that GenSec with five members is less productive and less active. In light of this year's heavy case load – with 10 cases, where only one actively involved all six members, – does the community believe this to be true?

Some of you are attorneys, right? Just have one of your paralegals deal with GenSec stuff two or three days a week. No need for 6 members!

[Imperium Anglorum]

What do community members think of this? The main objection internally to moving back to five has been the belief that GenSec with five members is less productive and less active. In light of this year's heavy case load – with 10 cases, where only one actively involved all six members, – does the community believe this to be true?

Some of you are attorneys, right? Just have one of your paralegals deal with GenSec stuff two or three days a week. No need for 6 members!

I think this hugely overestimates the number of GenSec members that are in positions to tell paralegals what to do with their time. IANAL.

[Varanius]

This isn't a popularity contest where we reward players for successfully breaking onto the scene.

Not a popularity contest? Someone should tell your 37th nomination, clearly one should’ve sufficed

Big ups for Haymarket Riot of course. Not convinced by the inexperienced complaints given other recent appointments either.

[The Overmind]

This isn't a popularity contest where we reward players for successfully breaking onto the scene.

Not a popularity contest? Someone should tell your 37th nomination, clearly one should’ve sufficed

Big ups for Haymarket Riot of course. Not convinced by the inexperienced complaints given other recent appointments either.

You forgot to actually nominate someone, Vara. Unfortunately, snipes don't count.

[Sierra Lyricalia]

To the extent that my name is in serious consideration for reinstatement, I politely decline. To the extent that the name of November Lyricalia could be shitpostily bandied about to militate against the most recently released ruling on names of months, this would be quite droll in some other thread, forum, or server.

[Neo-Hermitius]

this neo-hermitius fella seems like a good gensec.

but seriously wallenburg should be gensec

[Halsoni]

I nominate Varanius

[Kinqueven]

I am also nominating Naivetry