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Over the past few months, I have come to realise that socialism is a decadent ideology. Its core tenets - equality, co-operation and the distribution of care - are idyllic concepts that are simply not achievable in today's world. The Alexiandran state, having wallowed in the mire of left-wing policy for decades, has fallen far behind its competitors in terms of prestige and importance on the world stage. Indeed, what was once a major force to be reckoned with has become little more than a second-rate power.
In years gone by, when Alexiandra was but a struggling feudal fiefdom, warlords and bandits roamed the land in search of blood and riches. Brutal conflicts tore families apart, shattering the fledgling Alexiandran nation-state. Today, we face a similar problem. Our battlefields are corporate boardrooms, conference chambers and political constituencies - our enemies are those who seek to divide this great nation once more. These treasonous individuals walk among us, speaking of "personal liberty" and making empty promises to Alexiandra's patriots. They claim that true enlightenment can only be achieved by uniting with other socialist states in order to form some kind of supra-national entity. Such a ridiculous concept is entirely without merit.
As President of the Alexiandran Republic, I attempted to initiate schemes that would lift my nation from this mire, propelling it once more towards greatness. Alas, my efforts were in vain. I realise now that, in order to truly reclaim its lost glory, Alexiandra must be united under one universal figurehead - a political leader with the drive and ambition necessary to breathe new life into his once-mighty polity. I propose that I, Michael Winter, am that leader.
As the debacles of these past few decades have demonstrated, socialism has led to Alexiandra's steady decline. A lack of decisive leadership, along with an abundance of corruption and mindless optimism, has led to the debilitation of my beautiful homeland. I write to my people today in order to assure them of one fact - that I, their sworn protector, strive for the revival of their most sacred traditions, and the revitalisation of their most cherished customs. I aim to resurrect the glory of days gone by; to rid my domain of those who would choke and poison our national pride. Only by accepting a greater mantle of responsibility can I adequately protect my comrades from the evils that lurk within our very own borders.
It is with these goals in mind that I hereby proclaim the establishment of a new order - the Kingdom of Alexiandra. As monarch of a mighty state, I will pursue, through both diplomatic and military means, the restoration of prosperity and peace. In closing, I would encourage all states, of all ideologies and statuses, to seek the creation of meaningful relations between their realms and mine.
I swear, by gods both new and old, that I will defend my new domain to my last breath.
Signed by Michael Winter, High King of Alexiandra