The Shifting Sands of Politics
The United Territories of Civitas, or UTC, a country built on a foundation of democracy and freedom. The UTC is only 297 years old, a junior compared to some of her ancient neighbours, however she has a history filled with action and prestige. The main difference in the UTC and other countries is her democratically elected government that has always been present. Other democracies have all emerged from autocratic monarchies. The UTC is not a superpower, recently an international recession, mass austerity and national strikes have left the economy shattered and the people calling out for change. But now, in the year 2015, a new election campaign is beginning and this is the time for new parties to step in and save the nation. Bringing it not only back from the brink, but to new heights of power.
Now you know the very basics, some quick OOC. You will each be playing 1, or more, Member of Parliament (MP for short) and those MPs will be leading members of a number of different political parties that are up for election in the next UTC election. The election will follow a 'first past the post' system with each territory voting on their MP. Very much like the UK system. After the election we will have a government (be it a single party, coalition or national) and then you, as MPs, will start putting bills to the floor to try and introduce or amend existing laws in an attempt to better the country. As well as this one of you will be the new President and one of you the Vice President. During this time i will introduce crises and random events that will need dealing with. As this is an interest check i wont be outlining the exact system and existing laws however if enough interest is found i will get one up as soon as possible.
