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The Southern Journal - Summer 2020 Delegate Election - Comments

Summer 2020 Delegate Election - Comments

By Royaltica

In the recent race for the Delegacy, beginning on July 1, we saw the candidates, Penguin (PenguinPies) and Amerion, try to gain the support of the region at the conclusion to Somyrion (Aumeltopia)’s term as Delegate. Many were nominated, including members of the Council on Regional Security and former Cabinet ministers, but only two stepped up. Voting took place across two rounds from July 8 to July 18, and Amerion came out on top to become Delegate-elect of the South Pacific. In an interview with Penguin, Amerion, and Somyrion, we asked how each of them felt about the election.

Interview With the New Delegate — Amerion:

Royaltica: Let’s start with a simple question. Why did you want to run for Delegate?

Amerion: To strike fear into the hearts of those who oppose me and to give love and loyalty to those who embrace my benevolent autocracy!

Royaltica: How did you feel when you discovered the region supports you in becoming the next Delegate?

Amerion: As though a weight was lifted off my shoulders. It would have been somewhat unpleasant to destroy Antarctica. If I can’t have it, no one can! Muahahaha!

Royaltica: Do you think Penguin would have been a good Delegate too?

Amerion: Penguin would be an amazing Delegate!

Royaltica: Why?

Amerion: She has good people skills and is well-liked — important attributes to have in the Delegacy.

Royaltica: Why did you think you were going to be a good Delegate at the beginning of the election?

Amerion: Because Amerion is always perfect.

Royaltica: Thanks for your time!

Interview With the Other Candidate in the Election — Penguin:

Royaltica: Why were you unsure in running for Delegate?

Penguin: I was unsure because when going against such a well known figure like Amerion, who is not only awesome but talented and perfectly suitable for the position, it really causes one to wonder if there is a chance for a little Penguin like me.

Royaltica: How did you feel when you discovered the region supports you in becoming the next Delegate?

Penguin: Shocked and honored. I know I tend to stay mostly in the background now and only speak when telling people to watch their language, but to know that there are people in the region who actually would support me in this endeavor really made me feel liked and valued.

Royaltica: Do you think Amerion will be a good Delegate?

Penguin: Oh, I think he will totally make a Pietastic Delegate. I was proud to run against them and happy that they won. If I had any doubts about it, I would have thrown a cake.

Royaltica: Thanks for your time!

Interview With the Previous Delegate — Somyrion:

Royaltica: Are you happy with Amerion as Delegate?

Somyrion: I’m not just happy, I’m filled with a sense of excitement and content at knowing with confidence that Amerion will be an amazing successor.

Royaltica: Who else, besides the two, would you have chosen to run for Delegate?

Somyrion: Seraph (Erinor) and Jay (Qvait), but they’re both occupied already. So… this was the perfect election.

Royaltica: Do you think Amerion will bring the South Pacific to new heights?

Somyrion: If he doesn’t himself, I’m sure His Supreme Dastardliness will hire a latter-day Procrustes to make sure all South Pacificans are brought to new heights!
(Bonus points to anyone who gets the Greek mythology reference)

Royaltica: Thanks for your time!

Amerion ran a strong, confident campaign, and, while Penguin’s was less assertive, she still put up a fight for the seat. Out of 150 votes in the second round gameside poll, however, Amerion received 94 and Penguin received 56, giving Amerion a clear mandate for the position. The transition period began immediately, with Amerion closing the gap between his third place ranking on the World Assembly endorsements census and incumbent delegate Somyrion. At the time of writing Amerion still needs around 70 endorsements to claim the Delegacy to which they have been elected.

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