Praetor Elections!
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 11:25 am
Alright, guys. You know what to do. GO.
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Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 11:49 am
I might be interested if and only if Scott doesn't want it anymore.
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 11:50 am
*raises hand*
Actually, I haven't a clue what to do...
Actually, I haven't a clue what to do...
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 12:05 pm
Scott isn't Praetor anymore.
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 12:37 pm
I nominate myself. 
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 5:18 pm
I second the nomination of Rakesh Ackbar!
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 6:16 pm
*still confused*
(someone explain!)
(someone explain!)
Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2006 9:10 pm
As it turns out, I am as confused as you are. The Praetor's powers is not mentioned in the Charter or Procedures of the Landsraad, much less its rules for election. They say to turn to the charter, but there is nothing in the charter to turn to: The Charter does not even mention the Praetor!
Imperial Charter
Procedures of the Landsraad
Lawbook
We have a serious problem here.
Imperial Charter
Procedures of the Landsraad
Lawbook
We have a serious problem here.
The Prætor shall be vested with the basic power outlined within the Imperial Charter.
The appointment of the Prætor shall comply with the rules for appointment of a Prætor as set down by the Imperial Charter.
Posted: Fri Jan 13, 2006 7:13 am
The last time I remember us doing Praetorial elections was with a preferential system (since there were three candidates). Since there seems to be only two (as that is what the evil Tree God said), I guess a regular vote between two of us could happen.
Posted: Fri Jan 13, 2006 12:59 pm
As Erik mentioned, people are nominated (or nominate themselves), and after 3 days, the Kaiser holds elections. You vote for the one you want in a preferential system, in case the person who wins flakes out and doesnt want it.
For instance:
Citizen Billy Corgan is my first choice (3 points)
Citizen G'kar is my second choice (2 points)
Citizen Frodo Baggins is my third choice (1 point)
For instance:
Citizen Billy Corgan is my first choice (3 points)
Citizen G'kar is my second choice (2 points)
Citizen Frodo Baggins is my third choice (1 point)
Posted: Sat Jan 14, 2006 4:41 pm
Bill: it's in the last part of the Charter, under the Landsraad section:
Needless to say, I don't want to be elected. I second Bill's self-nomination, though.Article E: The Praetor.
1. The Praetor of Shireroth may only be elected by the nobility of the land from among the Full-Citizens of the Land. The Praetor of Shireroth shall preside over the Landsraad as chairman. His/Her purpose shall be to call a meeting of the Landsraad to order, tally votes, close vote, generally manage and keep order within the Landsraad; as well as keep records of all bills and resolutions passed during his/her tenure. The Landsraad may specify the specific powers of the Praetor.
Posted: Sun Jan 15, 2006 7:14 pm
While I initially hoped to assume the office of the Praetor (and I thank those who supported my candidacy) - I must at this time concede to Bill to not only save us from an election but also because I feel my energies in Shireroth at this time is best spent being the best legislator I can be and aiding the growth and progress of Antica.
I am confident that Bill will do an excellent job and he will have my full support and cooperation.
I am confident that Bill will do an excellent job and he will have my full support and cooperation.
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:10 pm
Already told you that was in the Decreebook, and that there is no procedure other than "they must be voted for."
Either way, thanks for the kudos, Rakesh. So, what's next?
Either way, thanks for the kudos, Rakesh. So, what's next?
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:12 pm
VOTE.
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:12 pm
Allright. Well, it's been over three days, so I think voting should start by now.
The rules we have:
The rules we have:
Eoin Dornan is fired from the position of Praetor for inactivity.
Because of editing of the constitution and the Landsraad never getting around to dealing with it, the rules for electing a Praetor do not officially exist at the moment. Therefore, I am reinstating the old rules, as best I remember them.
Three days will be allotted for candidates to be determined. A candidate (who may be noble or commoner, but not the Kaiser) may nominate himself or be nominated by someone else. If a candidate is both nominated and seconded, they are officially in the running. All nobles, ruling or honorary, Duke or Baron, get exactly one vote. If anyone gets a majority before four days, the voting will be closed and that candidate declared the winner; otherwise, the leader after four days will get the position.
I hereby declare the Praetorial elections having begun. I will take care of the Landsraad in the interim.
Also, the precedures for Prætor elections and such are set down by tradition and precedent.
The Kaiser acts as Prætor when there is none, and must hold an election for the prætor. Nomination are made. And a vote held. What is done is nobles rank their 3 choices (if there are 3... 2 otherwise) and whoever has the most points wins.
ie..
Candidate g 1st choice (3 points)
candidate t 2nd choice (2 points)
candidate b 3rd choice (1 point)
and than all points tallied.. etc..
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:23 pm
My 3 choices:
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:24 pm
Mine:
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:35 pm
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
Although I think that from now on, this means we should get to refer to Bill as a trinity. :P
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
Although I think that from now on, this means we should get to refer to Bill as a trinity. :P
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:47 pm
Bill as a trinity is slightly frightening.
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 8:59 pm
1st: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
2nd: Bill
3rd: Bill
Posted: Mon Jan 16, 2006 9:25 pm
1: Bill
2: Bill
3: Malarbor (Oh wait, I mean Bill.)
2: Bill
3: Malarbor (Oh wait, I mean Bill.)
Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 9:06 am
If our Northhold contract is recognised, I'll also vote for the Unholy Trinity of Bill, Bill and Bill.
Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 7:02 pm
1: Bill
2: Nader
3: FNORD!
2: Nader
3: FNORD!
Posted: Tue Jan 17, 2006 8:05 pm
1. Willy
2. Wonka
3. Umpa-Loompa
2. Wonka
3. Umpa-Loompa
Posted: Wed Jan 18, 2006 8:40 am
Recognizing the one-sidedness of this election, I'd say it's done. Congratulations, Bill.
Posted: Wed Jan 18, 2006 1:52 pm
Haha, thanks. According to the decree, it lasts four days, though, but eh.
According to the decree, it lasts four days, though, but eh.Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2006 3:55 pm
Well, it's been four days now.
Posted: Fri Jan 20, 2006 3:56 pm
Wow, what's the point in voting? Haha.
Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2006 10:35 pm
Um, just to make it offical, this passed.