|
Interview with President Mousebumples; Reflections and Reveals
|
|
Topic Started: Feb 10 2015, 05:58 PM (300 Views)
|
|
BlackUnicorn
|
Feb 11 2015, 11:52 PM
Post #16
|
- Posts:
- 459
- Group:
- Non-Citizen
- Member
- #4,010
- Joined:
- August 23, 2014
|
- Quote:
-
Of course, Foreign Affairs isn't "easy." It's something that everyone can possibly do, yes; however, in my view, being an effect Foreign Affairs official is about more than "working hard" and "putting in the time." You need to have (or be making) the right connections; you need to be thinking about the domino effect that almost all FA-related decisions have. The most respected Foreign Affairs officials are able to think about the possible implications multiple steps out, which allows them to better avoid possible missteps and international issues. Unless the administration in charge is out to cause missteps and international issues to get publicity, good or bad - in which case you can't overturn policy that those above you are set in stone about pursuing.
Not to say that it happens all the time, and usually such difficult situations only come into existence through actions like invasions/raids of another region; or some ill timed news release.
In one now defunct region, I had a cushy FA job till all hell broke lose - as people decided raiding Lazarus was a great idea.
|
|
|
| |
|
Calvin Coolidge
|
Feb 12 2015, 12:09 AM
Post #17
|
☆Kawaii Panda☆
- Posts:
- 12,475
- Group:
- Deputy Minister
- Member
- #3,497
- Joined:
- October 29, 2013
|
- Notolecta
- Feb 11 2015, 10:51 PM
- Calvin Coolidge
- Feb 11 2015, 05:27 PM
- hyanygo
- Feb 11 2015, 09:46 AM
Comms has 3 to 4 active participants: me, Brun', Noto and WL. With a team of four writers our output has been reasonable (and certainly more substantial than the faff that is Faux News).
Okay, two things: 1) Who wrote this article and does the Wire every day? 2) Faux News is awesome.
I actually agree with hy on faux news, while I don't oppose satire, and faux news can be funny, it adds little of substance to the region. I suppose that's why Faux News won Best EBC Article this year, right? Seriously, though, I think you're reading too much into my comment. I'm just saying Faux News has its place and I don't want us to dismiss it too readily.
|
 The Panda's Pen is a newspaper I write. All hail Swift.
|
| |
|
Common-Sense Politics
|
Feb 12 2015, 01:23 AM
Post #18
|
Incapable of Bullshit
- Posts:
- 16,716
- Group:
- Honored Citizen
- Member
- #878
- Joined:
- September 28, 2009
|
I like Faux News.
|
The Venerable Imperator Common-Sense Politics, ER ESE EBS EOB EC ES OR1-4 Father to McEntire
Chancellory Decorations
Presidential Decorations
Resume Former President x4 Former Vice President x3 Former Grand Admiral x14 Former Minister of Foreign Affairs x6 Former Chief of Staff Former Minister of Communications Former Minister of Foreign Cultivation Former Minister without Portfolio Former Attorney General x2 Former Deputy Minister of Welfare Former Senate Speaker x2 Former Senator x11 Former Associate Justice x2
References "CSP is the most influential President, in my opinion. There's something about him. It may be his way with words. It may be his unwavering vision. It may be the gravitas he holds. Whatever it is, the leadership he demonstrates is consistently excellent, bold, and pragmatic" - Writinglegend, longest serving Europeian president
|
| |
|
Rach
|
Feb 12 2015, 01:30 AM
Post #19
|
At Least 5% Sugar
- Posts:
- 16,841
- Group:
- Associate Justice
- Member
- #678
- Joined:
- May 23, 2009
|
Can we just name Hy and Noto to the anal brigade?
|
♥ Love and Kindness are never wasted ♥ The 2011 President of the Year Queen of Balder Unofficial Navy Girl
|
| |
|
Anumia
|
Feb 12 2015, 02:09 AM
Post #20
|
Anumia Novo Spiritus
- Posts:
- 29,038
- Group:
- Banned
- Member
- #31
- Joined:
- April 15, 2007
|
That could be taken another way...
|
|
Signature The One. The Allfather.-- "He stood with his head held high, critics screaming, and did what he truly felt was best for Europeia." - Common-Sense Politics He's the only person in NationStates who can successfully combine outrageous pomposity with a real support for democracy. - Indycar Racing Do I really need to talk about Anumia? The guy can write like Shakespeare, think like Socrates, and I learned on EuroChat yesterday that he can sing too. I bet he's hung like a bull moose. - Common-Sense Politics Anumia, you have a great mind. - Lethen Someone like Anumia only comes around once in a while. - Kabanatuanistan To be perfectly honest, I'm just going to trust Anumia and approve - Falconias I saw your amendment and wondered whether I had died and gone to heaven. It's beautiful. - Swakistek This is why we should all listen to Anumia. Clearly he is a god amongst men. - Fortana | You are not all knowing. You are not all powerful. You are not Anumia. - Griff I have the greatest respect for Anumia - don't let this thread fool you - but I wish he'd stop winning. - Hyanygo Actually, Hy, the things I wanted to say were: Go Anumia! I love Anumia! - Lethen Anumia with whatever power I have I hereby declare you the winner of everything, forever. - Fortana Long live the Emperor! All Hail Anumia, King of Kings! - Peaceful Llamas How about we realize democracy here is flawed and we make Anumia our dictator? - karthikking I agree with you, Anumia, as all Europeians should. - Swakistek To be honest I'm just going to vote whatever way Anumia votes. - Fortana |
Awards I fought in the Osiris Campaign.
  Amusing Quotes - Quote:
-
Olde Delaware: AE, The Devil's Game, SPC, NS says (7:36 AM): I need you Sai'on'ay the Light Elf (Shower) says (7:37 AM): For? Olde Delaware: AE, The Devil's Game, SPC, NS says (7:37 AM): an Anumia vs Anumia debate  Olde Delaware: AE, The Devil's Game, SPC, NS says (7:38 AM): Were doing a 4 part debating series with Europeia and Rougiers brought up doing a "Anumia vs Anumia" debate I want you to be our Anumia
- Klatonia,Jul 5 2011
- 04:03 AM
Drop dead, Dre.
- Lethen
- Aug 15 2013, 03:00 AM
You think I fact-check the shit I say? 
|
| |
|
Sopo
|
Feb 12 2015, 03:24 AM
Post #21
|
Lord High Chancellor Emeritus
- Posts:
- 15,224
- Group:
- Administrator
- Member
- #839
- Joined:
- August 26, 2009
|
Better Faux News than Naux News.
|
 The Right Honorable Sopo Associate Administrator for Discord - High Priest of Nethel - Lord High Chancellor EmeritusMore Info I once was... Lord High Chancellor and Heir Apparent ~ 26th, 32nd, and 42nd President ~ Speaker of the 27th Senate Vice President ~ Minister of Radio ~ Attorney General ~ Minister of Foreign Affairs ~ Minister of Culture ~ Minister of Welfare ~ Chair of the Citizens' AssemblyClan  Clan Chastain Sopo (Chief), Netz, Marnip, WestGuam, Rand, GraVandius, and AramorAll Hail Nethel, Praise Be Unto Him  I am the High Priest Join the Movement Gaze Upon the Truth Offer Your Prayers
"I am an enigma, I accept that. I understand that the pages of history do not have room for every man, for every dream, or for every brother. I know that deep down, but I wish it were otherwise every so often." ~ The Fourth Book of Nethel
|
| |
|
Common-Sense Politics
|
Feb 12 2015, 04:34 AM
Post #22
|
Incapable of Bullshit
- Posts:
- 16,716
- Group:
- Honored Citizen
- Member
- #878
- Joined:
- September 28, 2009
|
- Sopo
- Feb 12 2015, 03:24 AM
Better Faux News than Naux News. See, see what he did there? Huh? You see?
|
The Venerable Imperator Common-Sense Politics, ER ESE EBS EOB EC ES OR1-4 Father to McEntire
Chancellory Decorations
Presidential Decorations
Resume Former President x4 Former Vice President x3 Former Grand Admiral x14 Former Minister of Foreign Affairs x6 Former Chief of Staff Former Minister of Communications Former Minister of Foreign Cultivation Former Minister without Portfolio Former Attorney General x2 Former Deputy Minister of Welfare Former Senate Speaker x2 Former Senator x11 Former Associate Justice x2
References "CSP is the most influential President, in my opinion. There's something about him. It may be his way with words. It may be his unwavering vision. It may be the gravitas he holds. Whatever it is, the leadership he demonstrates is consistently excellent, bold, and pragmatic" - Writinglegend, longest serving Europeian president
|
| |
|
Cpt.Carrot
|
Feb 12 2015, 10:32 AM
Post #23
|
Boogy Woogy Bugle Boy of Company "B"
- Posts:
- 7,673
- Group:
- Citizen
- Member
- #3,084
- Joined:
- March 4, 2013
|
- Sopo
- Feb 12 2015, 03:24 AM
Better Faux News than Naux News.
*wolf whistle for the sloth*
|
Drummer Captain Carrot!  "Though I try to cheer my comrades and be gay." HEM be sillyMy reputation & other quotes That's right Hodge-podge of stuff Some funny things that caught my attention - Lao-Tzu
-
It is only when you see a mosquito landing on your testicles that you come to realize that there can be value in solving problems without using violence
- Quote:
-
"Tell me, is there anything worn under the kilt?" "No, lassie, it's all in good working order!"
Motivations Desiderata ~ By Max Ehrmann Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment, it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy. - By Max Ehrmann The Thousanth Man ~ Rudyard Kipling 0NE man in a thousand, Solomon says. Will stick more close than a brother. And it's worth while seeking him half your days If you find him before the other. Nine hundred and ninety-nine depend On what the world sees in you, But the Thousandth Man will stand your friend With the whole round world agin you.
'Tis neither promise nor prayer nor show Will settle the finding for 'ee. Nine hundred and ninety-nine of 'em go By your looks, or your acts, or your glory.
But if he finds you and you find him, The rest of the world don't matter; For the Thousandth Man will sink or swim With you in any water.
You can use his purse with no more talk Than he uses yours for his spendings, And laugh and meet in your daily walk As though there had been no lendings.
Nine hundred and ninety-nine of 'em call For silver and gold in their dealings; But the Thousandth Man he's worth 'em all Because you can show him your feelings.
His wrong's your wrong, and his right's your right, In season or out of season. Stand up and back it in all men's sight With that for your only reason!
Nine hundred and ninety-nine can't bide The shame or mocking or laughter, But the Thousandth Man will stand by your side To the gallows-foot - and after!
"Get these Motherfucking Anumias out of my Motherfucking region!" - Noto, whilst operating heavy weaponry during the June 2016 Civil War
|
| |
|
Lethen
|
Feb 12 2015, 12:40 PM
Post #24
|
Remember when I was famous? Neither do I.
- Posts:
- 54,823
- Group:
- Il Cancelliere Supremo
- Member
- #27
- Joined:
- April 9, 2007
|
- Sopo
- Feb 12 2015, 03:24 AM
Better Faux News than Naux News. Awesome!
|
|
me, basically (click)
A letter to a friend By the Prophetical Blessing of Nethel, Supreme Chancellor of the Republic of Europeia and the states within, Destined Overseer of His rightful yet forgotten realms of Estalcia and Old Europe and Crystal Falls, Defender of the Faith and New Jersey, and Heir to the concept of Sarcasm
|
| |
|
Sopo
|
Feb 12 2015, 07:21 PM
Post #25
|
Lord High Chancellor Emeritus
- Posts:
- 15,224
- Group:
- Administrator
- Member
- #839
- Joined:
- August 26, 2009
|
Sopo bows
|
 The Right Honorable Sopo Associate Administrator for Discord - High Priest of Nethel - Lord High Chancellor EmeritusMore Info I once was... Lord High Chancellor and Heir Apparent ~ 26th, 32nd, and 42nd President ~ Speaker of the 27th Senate Vice President ~ Minister of Radio ~ Attorney General ~ Minister of Foreign Affairs ~ Minister of Culture ~ Minister of Welfare ~ Chair of the Citizens' AssemblyClan  Clan Chastain Sopo (Chief), Netz, Marnip, WestGuam, Rand, GraVandius, and AramorAll Hail Nethel, Praise Be Unto Him  I am the High Priest Join the Movement Gaze Upon the Truth Offer Your Prayers
"I am an enigma, I accept that. I understand that the pages of history do not have room for every man, for every dream, or for every brother. I know that deep down, but I wish it were otherwise every so often." ~ The Fourth Book of Nethel
|
| |
| 1 user reading this topic (1 Guest and 0 Anonymous)
|