President Fred Johnson sat at his desk. He was average height for a Martian, around 7-1 and had piercing blue eyes. He had won the second Martian elections running for the Worker party. He wore a black suit imported from earth. In the five years after the Red War Mars had became isolated from the rest of the galaxy. Especially earth and its many colonies. Now was the time he had decided to break that mold and forge relations with others. It would boost the economy which was starting to stall and would help create Mars as a player on the galactic stage. Many resisted this and protesting was increasing in the cities. One protest was so violent he had to send the military to help keep the peace. Which was a mistake.
The president left his office accompanied by two soldiers. Both were the brown uniform and hat along with crimson trimmings. They accompanied his to the broadcasting room where his message would be sent to other nations to here.
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Greetings, I am president Fred Johnson of Mars. For many years my people have remained isolated from the rest of the galaxy. I feel that we need to change that policy. I invite you to my humble planet to discuss various diplomatic matters and your nations future with the Martian people. Please arrive unarmed and dock at Ares station where the meeting will take place. I look forward to meeting the distinguished leaders of the galaxy's nations.
President Fred Johnson
Ares station was a large space station. Many people lived there and was the center point of Martian politics and trade. It was also the base of the Martian Navy. It was a palace where anyone regardless of race or creed. It was semi independent from Mars which made it perfect for diplomatic matter as it was neutral. It was now being prepared for the important officials who may be visiting the station for this historic occasion.
