Giblot (Realm)/Proper Party
During the night of 070407, Sir Saiga made a suggestion of establishing Political Parties in the Nation of Giblot, in The Colonies. Sir Black Recluse was immediately inspired by this idea, and issued this:
Contents
The Guiding Principles of the "Proper Party".
- Striving for Goodness is the best course.
- Goodness is known by this:
It does the greatest Benefit to the Most people for the Longest time.
- Peace, Stability, and Security are the best things for all people everywhere.
- Wealth and Profit are merely tools to attain Greater Goodness.
- Those who seek Goodness will very often find themselves opposed by the Vainglorious.
then later that night . . .
"Going for a Grand Vision, I could see the Proper Party being embraced in Wetham, Alebad, and Alowca as well, in time."
(Obviously, his imagination was in high gear, going down a greased incline clear of obstacles. so far . . . )
and later . . .
Letter to Sir Grotek:
"At present the 'Party' is 'ad hoc', just whatever we talk about between ourselves.
What I need to do is get to the Bank, take care of my squad, then get to Wirkfyr where I can establish a Guild, which will be the Official "Party". I may have to borrow from my family to do so."
and the next day . . .
To my six vassal Knights,
Reviewing my Estate in Wirkfyr, I have also taken a look at building the Guildhouse for the "Proper Party".
It will take 300G, apparently having to come from Family funds, which will also take a point or two away from my own Honour.
SO I have to ask myself, "Is it Worth it?" The Party will
- unify its members for Political action,
- help assure election of preferred candidates
- groom aspiring politicos for their desired positions.
- etc.
- Who of you would join the Party?
- Who of you would want to run for Office someday?
- Who of you think the whole idea is a kettle of fish?
- Who of you have other thoughts?
Awaiting your advice,
then on 070408 . . .
Request from Black sent to everyone:
Join the "ad hoc Proper Party".
Just tell me you are interested in any way.
The PP will promote Goodness, train aspiring Politicos, Campaign for chosen Candidates, give you a chance for the Lordship or Leadership you desire, and give eager members a chance to gain Honour and Fame for themselves and their families.
So far I have had one very earnest Noble helping me congeal the purposes and possibilities for the Party. I would like to have similar input from several more before I commit a large chunk of Family Funds to such a project.
And what about the Opposition? Is it to remain simply chattering rabble? Or is some Lord or aspiring Lord with an alternate vision? I hope there are none in Giblot who would Oppose Goodness, but there are surely other ways to promote alternate candidates.
Whattayasay?