Posts published in “Politics”

The Union of Democratic States Ratifies New Constitution

The Union of Democratic States Ratifies New Constitution

By ArchangelVanny on June 15, 2021 |

The Union of Democratic States has ratified a new regional constitution, transforming the structure of their regional government.

A New Chief Executive in 10000 Islands: Interview with Hakketomat

A New Chief Executive in 10000 Islands: Interview with Hakketomat

By Alfonzo on May 30, 2021 |

Politics

Signs of Democracy: Speaker and Guardian Elections in the West Pacific

Signs of Democracy: Speaker and Guardian Elections in the West Pacific

By Quebecshire on May 14, 2021 |

Politics

The Leftist Assembly Poll: Dyl Headed For Re-Election as Secretary Despite High-Profile Challenge

The Leftist Assembly Poll: Dyl Headed For Re-Election as Secretary Despite High-Profile Challenge

By Llo on March 11, 2021 |

Politics

Europeia: Poll Shows Incumbent Pichtonia Trailing Calvin Coolidge In Tight Presidency Race

Europeia: Poll Shows Incumbent Pichtonia Trailing Calvin Coolidge In Tight Presidency Race

By Lime on February 19, 2021 |

Politics

The South Pacific Poll: Beepee Likely to Defeat Rebeltopia in Delegate Election

The South Pacific Poll: Beepee Likely to Defeat Rebeltopia in Delegate Election

By Llo on January 12, 2021 |

Politics

Europeia: Vice President Pichtonia Ascends to Presidency in Landslide Victory

Europeia: Vice President Pichtonia Ascends to Presidency in Landslide Victory

By Lime on December 23, 2020 |

Politics

Aexnidaral Storms Out: Europeian Delegate Vacancy Follows Moderation Row

Aexnidaral Storms Out: Europeian Delegate Vacancy Follows Moderation Row

By Llo on November 15, 2020 |

Politics

Libertanny Triumphs Over Challengers To Win Re-Election As The East Pacific’s Delegate

Libertanny Triumphs Over Challengers To Win Re-Election As The East Pacific’s Delegate

By Art on November 2, 2020 |

Politics

Opinion | Why Regions Should Have Cards Programs
By Comfed |
Culture and Perspectives
When done properly, a cards program can be a unique opportunity for gameside engagement in any community, Comfed writes. Every region ought to have one and access its full benefits.
Opinion | Worldbuilding in a Non-Western Context
By Arumdaum |
International and Perspectives
Most roleplays in NationStates are geographically and culturally influenced by a Eurocentric worldview. However, players can and should work harder to reimagine their worlds through different lenses, Arumdaum writes.
Opinion | A Cosmopolitan View on Regionalism
By JayDee |
Perspectives
The divide between regionalists and cosmopolitans is but one dichotomy in the world of NationStates. JayDee sits down with three regionalists to explore each side's unique opportunities and challenges.
Worldbuilding A Military: Why You Need More Than Names and Numbers
By Art |
International and Perspectives
Creating a national military in your roleplay should be more than just numbers and leaders, Art writes. Proper worldbuilding requires a consideration of economics, history, and culture too.
Opinion | Who Better To Commend A Nation Than Their Own Region?
By JayDee |
Gameplay and Perspectives
Newly-elected President Peeps is embarking on an initiative called the Europeian Heroes Program, with a focus on commending Europeians. JayDee argues this is the best way to achieve high quality commendations.
Micronationalism: When the Internet Meets Real-Life
By Indo-Malaysia |
Culture and Perspectives
The mass of nations and regions in NationStates border on the idea of micronationalism. Sometimes, however, the lines have blurred between the two and they interestingly materialise in real-life.
Opinion | Don’t Say Meritocracy, Say Oligarchy
By Calvin Coolidge |
Perspectives
Calvin presents the concept of meritocracy and argues that the actual political system of meritocratic regions often primarily resembles oligarchy, with only a few who hold power.