General Assembly Q&A

[Wrapper]

Repeal all resolutions?

Ha. No. You can repeal all but GAR#1, but you'd have to do it one at a time. Feel free to try. GAR#300 is a good place to start.

[Wallenburg]

Can't be done.

Repeal all resolutions?

Good luck.

[United Massachusetts]

Question: Would it be possible to, in theory, submit many proposals on the same topic, from many different unique WA players, each with different arguments, in order to evade the restrictions against spam?

(totally not thinking about anything here)

[Frisbeeteria]

Question: Would it be possible to, in theory, submit many proposals on the same topic, from many different unique WA players, each with different arguments, in order to evade the restrictions against spam?

(totally not thinking about anything here)

Why on earth are you trying to come up with a theoretical justification for something as stupid as spamming?

Would we catch you? Maybe. Would we warn you? Probably. Would we eject someone for orchestrating such a campaign? Almost certainly.

[United Massachusetts]

Question: Would it be possible to, in theory, submit many proposals on the same topic, from many different unique WA players, each with different arguments, in order to evade the restrictions against spam?

(totally not thinking about anything here)

Why on earth are you trying to come up with a theoretical justification for something as stupid as spamming?

Would we catch you? Maybe. Would we warn you? Probably. Would we eject someone for orchestrating such a campaign? Almost certainly.

I'm just contemplating; all this new activity is exciting, and I'm wondering if such a task would ever be attempted. I like to do that, you know. Plus, it wouldn't, in theory, be illegal--if players coordinate the submission of proposals, that's not illegal, right? And having multiple players submit a the same resolution is not illegal (ie. having 2 Condemn Lazarus proposals at once), right?

So, surely, having many players submit proposals in a coordinated fashion and submitting them all together in an attempt to fillibuster a resolution would not be illegal, right?

[Tinfect]

I'm just contemplating; all this new activity is exciting, and I'm wondering if such a task would ever be attempted. I like to do that, you know. Plus, it wouldn't, in theory, be illegal--if players coordinate the submission of proposals, that's not illegal, right? And having multiple players submit a the same resolution is not illegal (ie. having 2 Condemn Lazarus proposals at once), right?

So, surely, having many players submit proposals in a coordinated fashion and submitting them all together in an attempt to fillibuster a resolution would not be illegal, right?

OOC:
Mate, you were literally just told, in no uncertain terms, that you'd be terminated from the WA on the spot if you were found out, and here you go saying you'd like to do it and handing yourself over as prime-suspect if it ever happens.

[United Massachusetts]

I'm just contemplating; all this new activity is exciting, and I'm wondering if such a task would ever be attempted. I like to do that, you know. Plus, it wouldn't, in theory, be illegal--if players coordinate the submission of proposals, that's not illegal, right? And having multiple players submit a the same resolution is not illegal (ie. having 2 Condemn Lazarus proposals at once), right?

So, surely, having many players submit proposals in a coordinated fashion and submitting them all together in an attempt to fillibuster a resolution would not be illegal, right?

OOC:
Mate, you were literally just told, in no uncertain terms, that you'd be terminated from the WA on the spot if you were found out, and here you go saying you'd like to do it and handing yourself over as prime-suspect if it ever happens.

OOC:
I never said I would like to do it. I don't, as it would be annoying. Plus, if I did, it would be from my main anyways.

If it was legal, I might consider it at some point, but not anytime soon.

I merely am contemplating the concept of fillibustering, as I saw the potential for proposals to block others from getting to vote last night (Old Hope's Condemn Lazarus)

[United Massachusetts]

So, to clarify, such action would be illegal? If so, under what rule?

[Shwe Tu Colony]

Question: Would it be possible to, in theory, submit many proposals on the same topic, from many different unique WA players, each with different arguments, in order to evade the restrictions against spam?

(totally not thinking about anything here)

Why on earth are you trying to come up with a theoretical justification for something as stupid as spamming?

It's likely illegal because it's a coordinated, intentional act of spam. If you wanted to submit proposals on the same topic, you'd be better off fusing all of the proposals into just one document.

[United Massachusetts]

Why on earth are you trying to come up with a theoretical justification for something as stupid as spamming?

It's likely illegal because it's a coordinated, intentional act of spam. If you wanted to submit proposals on the same topic, you'd be better off fusing all of the proposals into just one document.

It's not spam, given that it's done with a point beyond annoying others, though that is an objective. Plus, each of the resolutions would be a legal and carefully-written resolution in their own right, each presenting unique arguments.

[Shwe Tu Colony]

It's likely illegal because it's a coordinated, intentional act of spam. If you wanted to submit proposals on the same topic, you'd be better off fusing all of the proposals into just one document.

It's not spam, given that it's done with a point beyond annoying others, though that is an objective. Plus, each of the resolutions would be a legal and carefully-written resolution in their own right, each presenting unique arguments.

You could just have one submitted resolution with all or most of the unique arguments rather than several.

[United Massachusetts]

It's not spam, given that it's done with a point beyond annoying others, though that is an objective. Plus, each of the resolutions would be a legal and carefully-written resolution in their own right, each presenting unique arguments.

You could just have one submitted resolution with all or most of the unique arguments rather than several.

But that defeats the purpose--its goal is to control the queue as a means to enact political change.

[Separatist Peoples]

You could just have one submitted resolution with all or most of the unique arguments rather than several.

But that defeats the purpose--its goal is to control the queue as a means to enact political change.

The intent is clearly to spam. Spam with a purpose, perhaps. But nonetheless, it's to filibuster the queue unnecessarily. Intent matters, and if you're coordinating, the intent is pretty clear.

[Wrapper]

But that defeats the purpose--its goal is to control the queue as a means to enact political change.

The intent is clearly to spam. Spam with a purpose, perhaps. But nonetheless, it's to filibuster the queue unnecessarily. Intent matters, and if you're coordinating, the intent is pretty clear.

This exactly. Don't do it.

[Copperward]

Is there an archive of committees established by the GA? And are there any existing committees dedicated to the protection and well-being of the mentally ill?

[Stoskavanya]

Merni recently created an updated list of all WA Committees viewtopic.php?f=9&t=437605

[Copperward]

Merni recently created an updated list of all WA Committees viewtopic.php?f=9&t=437605

Awesome! Thanks for referring me to the forum thread!

[Christian Democrats]

How do I make a proposal?

Start by posting a draft in this forum.

[Wallenburg]

How do I make a proposal?

Start by posting a draft in this forum.

^^ Also, consult the rules and advice stickied to the top of the GA subforum.

[Gig em Aggies]

Question: on my regions RMB a poster asked if any non-WA nation can receive a commendation or condemnation. I would also like clarification on this as well as a legality.

[Bears Armed]

Question: on my regions RMB a poster asked if any non-WA nation can receive a commendation or condemnation. I would also like clarification on this as well as a legality.

You should be asking in the SC rather than here, but: Yes, they can.

[Of Middle Earth]

So the WA general assembly passes legislation, what happens if you don't follow it eg. in the most current something about corruption, what if i do the opposite?

[Stoskavanya]

So the WA general assembly passes legislation, what happens if you don't follow it eg. in the most current something about corruption, what if i do the opposite?

Being candid, nothing. During drafting and debate the author presumes that every nation will be compliant with the resolution. If you choose to profess your noncompliance, you will probably just be ignored.

[Wallenburg]

So the WA general assembly passes legislation, what happens if you don't follow it eg. in the most current something about corruption, what if i do the opposite?

Compliance with WA law is mandatory, but from a forum perspective there really isn't anything keeping you from posting as if your nation is noncompliant. People in this subforum won't appreciate it and will likely ignore you, but you are free to RP noncompliance.

[Steneste]

So, I am relatively new to this sight, and I would just like to know what I should/could do to help improve anything if at all possible.