Office of the President of the Republic June 17, 1992 Message to the President for Life of the Republic of Velasco President Chuy Golbergo, This is an official advance on behalf of the Government of Santa Rosa. The Republic of Velasco has suffered greatly through the years, crippled by natural disasters, crime, drugs, violence, and political conflict. All of this has happened on the Santa Rosan border, and until now, we have been unfortunately tolerant of it. I am very familiar with this burden that you bear as President of Velasco and notice the drain of resources that it brings upon your government. I also am aware of the overwhelming and overbearing threat of subversion by both the Federation and the Union to the north. This is why I am granting your nation the opportunity to become part of a new political initiative alongside ours and eventually Barnetia. Render your Republic to the whims of the wise guidance of Santa Rosa and we will be united in strength. As an autonomous associated republic, Velasco would enjoy nearly all privileges enjoyed by a state of Santa Rosa without losing your God-given right to self determination. As you are a wise President – so wise that you are the President for Life per the will of your people, and that you never have worried about seeking re-election – I am sure you will take this great offer with the most expediency. I wish you good health and happiness. Paul Oppenheimer 28th President of the Republic of Santa Rosa |