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MICHELLE LACI SAYS THAT SHE WILL MOST LIKELY LOSE THE ELECTION...LIBERAL PARTY SAYS THAT THEY ASSUME VICTORIES TOMMOROW BETWEEN 40-50%....IMPERIAL PREDICTS SECOND PLACE WITH 30-40% VOTE...GEORGE HERMAN GIVES FULL SUPPORT TO THOMAS J.H. MUSKEY...GORDON A. FISCHER ENDORSES THE WINNER, WHO HAS NOT BEEN ANNOUNCED....CONSERVATIVE & MONARCHY PARTIES STAND BEHIND THOMAS J.H. MUSKEY.....MICHELLE LACI ENDORSES MUSKEY....EXIT POLLS SHOWING MUSKEY IN THE LEAD...BOOTH CLOSES TOMMOROW!

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GEORGE HERMAN HAS DROPPED OUT OF THE RACE. SEE BOTTOM PAGE 2 and TOP PAGE 3 FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Larogera's 2004 Election

This year, the new country of Larogera has decided to hold the most important election of Larogera: its first. Therefore, I, the temporary priminister Gordon Fischer (I'm not planning to run in any way for the election) has decided to hold an election for a month.

Voting is compulsory in our country, so therefore we are begging everyone to vote. First of all, our government type is called a Final-Parlimentary, in which the ruler and leader has 80% power over the people. The people decide who the winner is, and there is no electoral college or representative to decide otherwise (1888 Election; 2000 Election United States).

This year, Enzo [Senator] Thomas J.H. Muskey has decided to run. He is a strict liberal and believes in euthanasia, diverse groups on television, and compulsory voting. His main topic though is welfare. He plans to increase funding on social welfare [funding is already overwhelming] and law & order. Also, he plans to keep Larogera peaceful for his first 5 months in office. That is his promise. He plans to grow the Shattantanium Region by about 10% promising new countries of all backgrounds, helping Larogera's population to grow. He plans to address every single issue unless it absolutely, entirely neseccary to dismiss it.

The other candidate, George Herman is running under the 'No-Name' Party, a heavily-opposed party for many years. Despite that, Herman, 26 is a trusted person, and has won the Larogera 'Win It All' Award. He opposes Euthanasia, but has decided it is the people's choice. He also believes that voting is compulsory, and that the environment should be protected. As priminister, he plans to increase Larogera's population by about 29%, and plans to make the Larogera Forest a national park. He also plans to keep the population under control.

The final candidate is Michelle Laci, an environment activist planning to make Larogera's national forests untouchable, as well as banning cars. Despite being heavily opposed, Laci, 45 believes that she should be priminister because she has the power, and she will stand up to the special interests. She is running a liberal platform, even though under the Imperial Party [known for heavily Conservative remarks]. She will demolish the special interests when she becomes president, and promises to keep the country out of war unless absolutely nescesarry.

I am asking everyone to think of these three candidates, and vote the most sensible one. Thank you, and have a great sunny day! :cool:

NationStatesinated.

Thanks, Myrth.

Election Report:Gordon Fischer
Michelle Laci has taken a lead over Enzo Thomas J.H. Muskey, and is currently projected to win the race....
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Michelle Laci says this to supporters,
"Let us continue to win. Let us continue to ride into victory! I congratulate everyone's votes, and I hope that you continue to vote me in!"

Thomas J.H. Muskey said,
"Despite the fact what the polls are currently saying, we will continue our fight. Do not let me down!"

George Herman was not available, and his spokeswoman said no comment.

George Herman finally said,
"I still have hope in all my supporters. I hope each and every person goes out and considers me!"

Michelle Laci says,
"I thank everyone who has voted for me. We are sure to win the election. I am hoping that everyone will support me to fight the special interests!"

The Imperial Party spends $45 million on region-wide ads to help Michelle Laci.

Thomas J.H. Muskey, on the other hand, decides to spend millions of dollars on ads and speeches around the country.
"I repeat, and I repeat: No New Taxes! Michelle Laci will force you to pay more and more taxes. I will make Larogera a national forest, without making your taxes increase. That is not me, and hopefully it isn't you".

"I have shot up in the polls. We are #1, and we will not stop this campaign. We will not stop!" Thomas J.H. Muskey says.

Michelle Laci congratulates her supporters
"You've got a winner in me!"

Michelle Laci & Thomas J.H. Muskey meet at a convention and talk about the 'dictatorship' problems of Larogera:
"Our government has been labeled a corrupt dictatorship because of our horrible spending, and our barcoding system. As priminister, we both will demolish this terrible barcoding system & create tons of new jobs, and oppurtunities for Larogera & the Shattantanium Region"-Michelle Laci
"A corrupt dictatorship tells us that something is wrong. We can fix this problem. If you vote for one of us, we will stop this, stop horrible, dreadful spending & take power from the special interests!"-J.H. Muskey

Larogera's Michelle Laci & Thomas Muskey have decided to work together to change the 'Corrupt Dictatorship' title to the original 'Democratic Socialists'..

Polls are showing a close race between Michelle Laci of the Imperial Party and Thomas J.H. Muskey of the Liberal Party. Gordon Fischer of the Election Committee 2004 announces that the priminister will serve 2-years until a 'check-up election' is held. Then, if he/she wins the check-up, the priminister will be able to serve 2-5 years more as priminister. The DI, Deputy Intelligence will be the assistant to the priminister and head-adviser. Each candidate must pick one before the 24-08-04, and must announce this to the press and public.
GORDON A. FISCHER
LSEC (Larogera-Shattantanium Region Election Committee)

I cast my vote for Michelle Laci...and it seems my candidate might just win this thing. Yaaay! :D

Gordon A. Fischer meets with George Herman and Collin Jordan (his choice for Deputy of Intelligence) and they shake hands. Michelle Laci announces her candidate, Trace Lurkoe and Thomas J.H. Muskey announces that he has looked closely at several different candidates but hasn't yet picked one.

Collin Jordan announces his 'environmental-friendly' plans to keep the turtle as a national animal, and make the big forest (Larogeran Forest) a national forest. Crowds, though boo the decision because of Jordan's heavily-controversial scandal with Georgina Falty.

Trace Lurkoe decides to hold a press conference telling the Shattantanium Region that he will lower taxes for the poor & rich, and make sure that the 'Democracy' that Larogera was meant to be continues.

Thomas J.H. Muskey says that his candidate is a centrist, and a very good choice for the Intelligence position.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle: Election 2004
J.H. a trusted Larogeran; Laci a newcomer with style; Herman in the middle
Trato 5, 4002 (August 5, 2004)
By: Robert LaTonto

The Larogeran Election is destined to decide the future of this 'centrist' country. Whether it will go the way of the 'barcoding' decision made by the Anonymous Groupo (AG) which is being investigated, or the way of the latest decision to make the turtle an animal that couldn't be touched.

Larogera is known for its snapping turtles, and snapping debates. Larogera is known for its strong environmental people & strong liberals. Larogera is not known for racial remarks, and a horrible economy.

So, this makes the best candidate for president, who? Should it be J.H. Muskey, known as possibly the most trusted liberal & political figure in Larogeran history? Or Michelle Laci, the newcomer with unidentified style, who has suddenly taken a lead in the polls?

Where is Herman in this one? Nowhere. He has less than 10% of the vote, and is destined to most likely concede--but recent votes cast in favor of him is showing a different sight in this.

Michelle Laci is an outspoken environmental activist working for the highly conservative Imperial Party (which is destined to change if she is elected). She is 45, and has been doing this practically all her life. Going to the Shattantanium Region College at the age of 16, 2 years before the required age for college, makes her an astonishing figure.

"I am supporting Michelle Laci because of her 'gratitude' and 'environmental cares'", Laci supporter Jorge Kilkin said.

J.H. Muskey is taking a slightly different path, caring about the people more than the environment---according to his campaign manager. Though no one has taken the offensive, it is very likely that Muskey will soon enough if he can't catch up in the campaign. Without a Deputy Intelligence to help him, he might be doomed.

"J.H. is why I am breathing today", a supporter [who chose not to be identified] explained.

George Herman on the other hand is laughing in spite of both candidates---already running ads blaming both candidates for why the country is out of control--and why kids are in casinos (in which was brutally outlawed)---and why kids are saying bad words (in which was recognized, but ignored by the government). That has given him a little something---a gain in the polls---not a big one---but one that can mess up the election.

"Herman is a very intelligent person, and is willing to put in all he's got. He's already spent 56% of his campaign money on these ads, and they are not getting the feedback he has wanted", Juan Salvador, a campaign historian said.

So, where is the two laggers in this campaign (J.H. and George)? Crying to their mommies because Michelle Laci is winning, but they are strong, and are not giving up without a fight.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle: Election 2004
J.H. a trusted Larogeran; Laci a newcomer with style; Herman in the middle
Trato 5, 4002 (August 5, 2004)
By: Robert LaTonto

The Larogeran Election is destined to decide the future of this 'centrist' country. Whether it will go the way of the 'barcoding' decision made by the Anonymous Groupo (AG) which is being investigated, or the way of the latest decision to make the turtle an animal that couldn't be touched.

Larogera is known for its snapping turtles, and snapping debates. Larogera is known for its strong environmental people & strong liberals. Larogera is not known for racial remarks, and a horrible economy.

So, this makes the best candidate for president, who? Should it be J.H. Muskey, known as possibly the most trusted liberal & political figure in Larogeran history? Or Michelle Laci, the newcomer with unidentified style, who has suddenly taken a lead in the polls?

Where is Herman in this one? Nowhere. He has less than 10% of the vote, and is destined to most likely concede--but recent votes cast in favor of him is showing a different sight in this.

Michelle Laci is an outspoken environmental activist working for the highly conservative Imperial Party (which is destined to change if she is elected). She is 45, and has been doing this practically all her life. Going to the Shattantanium Region College at the age of 16, 2 years before the required age for college, makes her an astonishing figure.

"I am supporting Michelle Laci because of her 'gratitude' and 'environmental cares'", Laci supporter Jorge Kilkin said.

J.H. Muskey is taking a slightly different path, caring about the people more than the environment---according to his campaign manager. Though no one has taken the offensive, it is very likely that Muskey will soon enough if he can't catch up in the campaign. Without a Deputy Intelligence to help him, he might be doomed.

"J.H. is why I am breathing today", a supporter [who chose not to be identified] explained.

George Herman on the other hand is laughing in spite of both candidates---already running ads blaming both candidates for why the country is out of control--and why kids are in casinos (in which was brutally outlawed)---and why kids are saying bad words (in which was recognized, but ignored by the government). That has given him a little something---a gain in the polls---not a big one---but one that can mess up the election.

"Herman is a very intelligent person, and is willing to put in all he's got. He's already spent 56% of his campaign money on these ads, and they are not getting the feedback he has wanted", Juan Salvador, a campaign historian said.

So, where is the two laggers in this campaign (J.H. and George)? Crying to their mommies because Michelle Laci is winning, but they are strong, and are not giving up without a fight.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle: Election 2004
How much the environment counts in this election
Trato 6, 4002 (August 6th, 2004)
By: Kimberly Kurkmen

The environment is looking to play a bigger part than the government type or funding issue problem in this latest election. Larogera's deputy of intelligence, Gordon A. Fischer and the Leadership Council (LC), which will be on hiatus from August the 14 to August the 16th has decided to ban meat eating, after the law passed to make the turtle a protected animal. 98% of the population is vegetarian anyway, and you can enjoy some of your favorite meat snacks, such as 'vegetarian turkey bacon' and 'vegetarian lean meat' using different ingredients such as lettuce, tomato, and potato.
Larogera's LC is also looking at banning cheese, and butter but this radical idea doesn't kill the cows, so it probably won't. Over 80% of the population is agreeing with meat-banning. The farming industry has toppled many years after a vegetarian diet plan was released by Veggie Co.
Michelle Laci, environmental activist is saying that this is good. She has been a vegetarian since 2 (according to parents). J.H. Muskey has been a vegetarian for all his life, and is saying that it is great. Both have significant leads in recent pollings shown by DI Gordon A. Fischer (Michelle Laci 17 votes- J.H. Muskey 14 votes-George Herman 8 votes). Herman, is a meat-eater and calls this 'a horrific decision'. That can't and most likely won't help him in the pools.
'Meatie Co.' has announced bankruptcy, even though they've still got money in the bank, and the company is on the brink of going out of business. The Farmers Association (FRASS) are thinking of creating 'veggie' farms, and increasing the 'dairy' farm idea. 'Veggie Co.'s stock has gone up $24.31 today, as 'Meatie' traveled down $45.67 today landing in at 0.01 cent left to go until they can say 'our stock crashed'.
The environment is playing big in the polls, in our life, and in the next election. I think that vegitarians will win the election this year.

We are urging everybody who voted here to vote for the cabinet member position in a different forum. Good day, Gordon A. Fischer DI :cool:

The Larogeran Times Chronicle
One Nation Divided under the Election
Trato 7, 4002 (August 7, 2004)
By: Kimberly Kirkmen

Larogeran's are pretty much split on the election this year. In a crowd full of people rallying in the environmental parade, it was not a parade focusing on the environment. It was a parade focusing on the 'politics' of environment. Thousands of Larogeran's gathered at Shattantanium Park, thousands of miles from Larogera to see Michelle Laci & J.H. Muskey. On one side, Michelle Laci supporters held up signs saying 'Vote Laci to take back environment', and on the other: 'Vote Muskey taking Larogera back'. They were separated after fights and cussing, something that stopped the Parade short. Two people supporting Herman held up their signs: 'HERMAN 04''.

The Shattantanium Region Parade commisioner was shocked.
"I can't believe they would stoop so low to have fights! At an environmental parade?" he complained.

The Parade has banned all 'political banners' at the parade in hopes of continuing political publicity, but stopping banners signaling who was supporting who.

J.H. Muskey apologized at Laci for his supporters horrible doings on the phone, according to campaign manager.

"We really have to take in mind that it is a time to enjoy yourself rather then destroy the whole meaning of political figures there", the commisioner said.

Over 30,000 more people made it to the Park, signaling it was time for a change. The next parade will be held at the MUCH, much larger Britton Park in South Larogera, a rich neighborhood outside of Belkin, the capital.

This election is destined to be close, no matter what polls are signaling.

J.h. Muskey has finally announced his DI candidate, Kevin Laverne. Also, the Liberal Party (in which has taken the lead in recent cabinetry-polls) has decided to put Laverne in the Security Minister position if he loses, and J.H. in the Government-Affairs position if he loses. The Liberal Party, doubted, though that it would happen.

The Foreign-Affairs Committee met privately with Larogeran candidates George Herman, Michelle Laci, and J.H. Muskey tonight to talk about the latest Centrist Alliance featuring several countries & Larogera.

"The Shattantanium Region has been renamed because of this, and because of the hard-dedicated work of Count Ivy & Larogera, we will be able to have an alliance beyond reach", J.H. Muskey said.

J.H. Muskey described his plans for Government & Foreign Affairs.

"I plan to create large changes for these issues. I hope to include about 9-12 people in the Centrist alliance, and form alliances with a few other countries in which are trusted and known".

Michelle Laci, on the other hand applauded the current work of the Leadership Council & Foreign-Affairs Committee.

"You have worked to create a strong environment alliance that is sure to strengthen the environment-economy and civil rights even more. With the recent addition of the environmentally-stable democrat country of Count Ivy, we are in action".

She has decided that by creating multiple alliances, we will be able to communicate more 'heavily'.

"Communication is very important and by creating different alliances: that includes a trade alliance, a war alliance, and a 'community' alliance, we will be able to communicate better & have better respect for different countries".

George Herman believes that the economy is thriving, and it deserves a great environment and this alliance will help it out:

"While our alliance business is working, with Count Ivy in and all, I feel we need to start a trade organization. I am proposing a plan called the Ryder's Trade Organization trading warcraft, vegetarian food, and different types of trinkets & objects that isn't made here in the Centrist-Shattantanium region".

He wants a new plan to boost a new area in Larogera:

"Our beaches are quite outstanding, and our land is quite interesting. We can increase tourism by up to 45% a year with my 'Tourism Objection 101' Plan. It is to start advertising on television, and in newspapers of some of Larogera's and Centrist-Shattantanium's most beautiful beaches & islands".

The Foreign Affairs Committee is to announce tommorow who they want to endorse, and who they feel is the best for the job. They also are interested in endorsing a party for the cabinetry election later this month (and hopefully sooner).

"My first job as priminister will be to make Larogera's wonderful forests untouchable, as they are home to millions, if not billions of snapping turtles. They are wonderful animals and deserve to be treated fairly", Thomas J.H. Muskey said.

"My first job as priminister would be to tighten our security & government laws, and make sure that only the right people are in Larogera. Then, we can go on with other ideas that I have", George Herman said.

"My first job as priminister would be to ban cars, and hopefully make sure that Larogera's forests are untouchable. Until all these environmental issues are solved, we will continue working and fighting for it!" Michelle Laci said.

The three were interviewed by Channel 9's Lonnie Lung around 10 pm. The statement was released by Channel 9 around 12:23 AM

Breaking News: Foreign Affairs endorses Thomas J.H. Muskey

Thomas Muskey received the first major endorsement for the election. The Foreign Affairs released a press statement saying this:

"We decided to endorse Thomas Muskey because he has the 'strength' and 'power' to win the election. He also has some of the best foreign-affairs ideas. That is why today, the Foreign Affairs Committee endorses Thomas Muskey!" Foreign Affairs Chairman Robert Optio exclaimed.

A crowd of hundreds, if not thousands replied with cheers and 'T. Muskey' signs. Michelle Laci congratulated him and George Herman came out with a statement:

"The only reason Thomas Muskey received the endorsement is because the Foreign Affairs Committee is afraid to hear the truth & what needs to happen" he said.
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Evironmental Parents, the largest environment association in Larogera endorses Michelle Laci and calls her a 'leader, a powerful leader with strength, and courage'.

"She will take care of the environment and economy better than any other candidate could do", Environmental activist Bob Green said.

George Herman said, "She cares less about the people then she does the environment: big disappointment".

To: The People of Larogera
From: Gordon A. Fischer, Deputy of Intelligence & LC; Larogera

The polls are indicating a very, extremely close election between Thomas J.H. Muskey and Michelle Laci. If there is a tie, Larogeran's Leadership Council will take action either voting for Michelle Laci or Thomas J.H. Polls will be open to decide whether we should have a recount or vote again between the two or whether the Leadership Council should take it from here.

My candidate is now losing. Nooooo! :headbang:

Michelle Laci listened to reporters ask her questions in the press room.

"Mrs. Laci, I want to know if you think you can come back on top?" one reporter asked.

"Our campaign is doing great already. Even though another canididate is supposedly leading me by about 2-5%, we still have hope in the campaign, and we are hoping that everything will go fine, and it most likely will", she replied, with a promising smile.

"Michelle, it is appearant that Thomas Muskey is leading in the polls. What do you have to say to him?" another reporter asked.

"Listen, I'm not about negative campaigning. That is not me. I congratulate me for taking a lead, but I'm not backing out, and I'm not letting go. I am holding on tightly", Michelle said.

"They're rumors that you are starting a new party labeled the Liberal-Imperial group. Is that true?" Lonnie Lung asked.

"Oh no! The Imperial Party is re-branded, or something of the sort, but I'm not creating another party or group. Those are just 'rumors' and they will stay 'rumors' as long as I live", Michelle smiled.

Michelle got up with her promising smile, and left the room waving to supporters. Tonight, she would make an important press conference, determined to change her life. Check in soon!

Michelle Laci walked out towards the podium as reporters watched closely, and demonstrators clapped and held up their signs.

"There are some rumors that I am supposed to be dropping out", she said.

She paused. Her face went blank. Demonstrators stopped clapping, and reporters looked suprised.

"Well, I can assure you that we are not over!" she screamed.

Demonstrators clapped, and screamed.

"Mrs. Laci, Mrs. Laci please tell us why one of your campaign advisers told us that you might be dropping out of the race", a reporter asked.

"I don't know who would tell you that. As I just said, we are not dropping out. This person is NOT at all a campaign adviser. Trust me: I meet with these people every single day! And that guy who you were showing on television was lying", Michelle Laci claimed.

"I think that wraps up our conversation. Thank you. No more questions, please", Michelle Laci said.

She waved goodbye, as demonstrators held up their signs, clapping and screaming the candidates name.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle
A man with serious attitude: Thomas J.H. Muskey
Trato 10, 4002 (August 10, 2004)
By: Robert LaTonto

"My campaign has gone up and down and up and down. It is crazy. That is exactly how my Enzo campaign went, and I enjoyed the closeness & suspense of the race", Thomas J.H. explained.

J.H. is on a trip all around the region to promote his campaign.

"We had to do something. I was laying low for the first few days, and not many people outside of the Belkin region of Larogera knew me. But, when I got out there and I told people everywhere that it was me to vote for, they responded with joy. They were thinking: finally someone cares about the people", he smiled.

J.H. has taken a recent lead (in which is growing) in the polls. This is signaling that his campaign has gone up (in the beginning), down (Laci beat him in the polls, seriously), up (gaining on Laci...), down (Laci took over), and now up again (2 points ahead of Laci).

Is this good for the candidate who is turning 35 on August 26 (the day the election closes)??? You bet!

"I didn't want anything cheesy that I wasn't such as 'Farmers for Muskey' for my stop out of Regional District 55, which is known as some of the most liberal-environmentally conservative places in the world (even though it continues to be urban...). I didn't grow up on a farm. How would I know? I invited farmers to a town hall meeting in Grateville outside of Shattantanium Farms, and they told me what they wanted. I told it to the people", Thomas J.H. said.

During the early stages of his campaign, he explained that he didn't want any 'cheesy' slogans. Up for the running was 'Family Values. People's Values. Thomas Muskey 2004' and 'J.H. knows the Larogeran people. Vote Muskey 04''.

"We picked 'Bring Back America', because that really meant a lot to me", Thomas Muskey said.

More later on my trip around the country with Thomas Muskey.

/me requests to switch vote from "Enzo" to "environmental"

Lonnie Lung reports for Channel 7 in Shattantanium Park, LRA:

"Thomas J.H. Muskey continues his lead in Larogeran polls. With less than 2 weeks to go until Gordon A. Fischer will close the polls, and announce the winner, the pressure is on. George Herman campaigned all over the country, especially in southern Larogera to talk about 'values' and 'courage' while leading candidate J.H. Muskey held a rally in the capital, and Michelle Laci, who is one point behind Muskey talked at an environmental convention. All of the candidates are geared up for the race, and have spent a combined $567 million in advertising. George Herman has spent an estimated 78% of his campaign funds for advertising, and has started airing campaign ads in countries like Veganica, Larogera, and Count Ivy. Michelle Laci has started airing commercials in 'environmental park' to attract more supporters. Muskey on the other hand attracted viewers by traveling around the country. He is saying that he doesn't need advertising to win a campaign. Lonnie Lung, Channel 7".

The Economy Rally is held in the WASSU-Stock Exchange Plaza, in which George Herman and Thomas Muskey says that sacrifices will have to be made to get the economy in shape.

"More and more people will receive better-paying jobs under my administration. Under my administration, we will create the 'Economic Plan', in which will make the WASSU-Association a national, leading, federal association that decides about the economy rather than the LC handling everything", Thomas J.H. Muskey said.

George Herman on the other hand said, "We can't let the corporations 'rule' the country, but we can't forget about their needs as well".

Both have gained points, seriously scaring Michelle Laci who couldn't attend the press conference because she was at an all-day Environmental Rally.

George Herman said, "It worries me that Michelle Laci is always with the environmentalists. I think that is why she isn't reaching out to enough people, and that is why Thomas and I have gained significantly in polls".

Thomas, on the other hand said, "The environment and economy are things that don't really go together. We try to keep business & tourism up, but the environment is important too. During my administration, we will balance out the two, and provide more funding towards the WASSU & economy".

George Herman dropped out of the race today on a high note. The No-Name/Conservative said this:

"My campaign went downhill from the start. I thank everyone who has given support to this campaign. We have some of the best issues out there, but I felt we weren't reaching out to enough people. Today, I am asking Conservatives who haven't voted to vote for someone else. Michelle Laci of the Imperial Party and Thomas J.H. Muskey of the Liberal Party...both are great people and I hope that the priminister will become the right person. Today, I am also endorsing the Conservative Party in their campaign to win the cabinet election. Thank you for supporting me, and thank you for making our campaign fun!" he exclaimed.

Michelle Laci of the Imperial Party was sick, but her spokesperson released this statement:

"George Herman was a great person. He was interested in power to the people. The Laci campaign congratulates his courage, and bravery throughout the campaign, and we thank him for a good race".

Thomas Muskey's spokesperson just said that Muskey thought that he was a great campaigner.

To: The Voters
From: Gordon A. Fischer, Deputy of Intelligence, Larogera
Subject: George Herman's 'drop-out'

We need to come to a conclusion. The Leadership Council (LC) has decided to vote on this decision and they have voted 3-2 that we should keep his name on the ballot. If he wins, the 2nd place candidate will become priminister, but the Deputy of Intelligence will be Conservative. This is an agreement between the Monarchs, Liberals, Conservatives/No-Names, and Imperialists. We are asking everyone to cooperate. Thank you.

Good Day,
A. Fischer

Due to a hurricane expected to hit land, all voting booths in the west will be closed from Tuesday, August 17th until further notice. If the hurricane does not hit land, we will re-open. The Belkin Voting Shelter is expected to be opened, as is many other eastern voting centers.

As polls are closed during the current hurricane in Larogera, Gordon A. Fischer warned campaigners to stay home, and board up their houses rather than go out and campaign in deadly weather. Therefore the polls have been closed a few days earlier and will be closed until further notice.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle
The Rise and Fall of Michelle Laci...
Trato 14, 4002
By: Kimberly Kirkmen

Just a few days ago, Michelle Laci thanked supporters for putting her in the lead. Now, she is trying to re-gain those supporters. Latest exit polls are showing Muskey in the lead by about 3 points. Some bias polls are showing him ahead by almost 10 points. After George Herman dropped out, time began to run out for Laci, who needs a comeback.

"If Laci wants a comeback, hold a debate and tell the world about your issues. It can do you very good, and it did Gordon A. Fischer very good in 1993,1994, 1997, and 2001, in which he was losing all polls by about 15-20 points until he held a debate", historian Michael Rogers, 31 is saying.

Laci says that if she loses, and the Imperial Party wins, she will become a cabinet member. But the Liberals like her so much that sources are saying that the 45-year old environmental activist will become a member of the cabinet.

The Larogeran Times Chronicle
Michelle Laci has a problem....
Trato 17, 4002
By: Robert LaTonto

Michelle Laci is running out of time. With less than a week to go, she is trailing Thomas J.H. Muskey by 3 points. With the hurricane messing up plans for elections, she cannot election, as it has been suspended until further notice. Laci is running a 'town hall' campaign staying in neighborhoods and talking to people, as is Thomas Muskey. Latest exit polls are showing that less than 10% of Laci supporters care about 'power to the people', in which she has been talking about. Over 98% of her supporters care about the 'environment'. Laci was expected to be holding environmental rallies for the next few days, but with the hurricane turning around from Count Ivy, she is not able to do this.

Meanwhile, the Imperials and Liberals are combining in the case that the Liberal Party wins both elections. Laci is supposed to be a 'supervisor' or such on the Liberal ticket, making the ticket extremely liberal, and environmentally-conservative.

Michelle Laci has a problem, and right now: there is no way she is able to fix it.

Thomas J.H. Muskey holds a town-hall meeting:

"Do you know how much the people are important? Do you know how much the environment is important? Do you know how much the economy is important? Jobs? Larogeran values? Do you know how much these things are important? You will when I'm priminister.

I believe that the people should rule this country. You tell me what to do. You tell me how you want the presidency to be. I will look at your suggestions. In many cases, I'll ask the people to go out and vote. I'll try and register more people. I will make sure you have the power".

The people clapped, and they screamed. Some held up their banners, and waved them in the air.

"Questions?" he asked shortly after the applause.

"Yes. I would like to know what you're plan for the economy and environment are. Sometimes, I think that the environment is swallowing in the economy, and environmentalists rule the country. How are you to go about balancing this?" a person asked.

"You know, that is one of the problems, I think. I think that the environment is just as important as the economy. I am looking forward to balancing both out, by making sure we have less building rejections, and make sure more businesses can form, and such. I will make sure that every single Larogeran has a job. I promise. And, I'll make sure that every animal will have a habitat".

"What Larogeran values are you to restore?" another person asked.

"Larogeran values are important. We have a very 'diverse' country, full of different, fun people. I will make sure that 'discrimination' isn't the act, but kindness instead. I'll make sure that we celebrate every holiday, and make sure that people know the importance of values".

"Education is very important to my family and I. My wife and I have three kids, and we live a great life. Education has been really horrible in some neighborhoods. How are you to make it a better place?" one man asked.

"I am to make education a top priority. We will do yearly inspections on every Larogeran school to make sure it is safe during hazards such as hurricanes, in which we are currently dealing with, fires. Basically, I am trying to make schools of all kind a better environment. Thank you. No more questions".

Thomas exited the room.

"Today, every candidate, every party, everyone is swarming across the country to rush and help their candidate win. Whether it Thomas J.H. Muskey or Michelle Laci, we will have a priminister in Larogera, and everyone should be happy with the results. No matter what exit polls are showing today, tommorow, it will be a different story. Polls close at 9:36 PM tommorow, so continue voting until that time tommorow. Polls might close before. With Hurricane Haley changing into a lousy depression, George flying away, and Iris changing its path, voting booths have opened, once again. We hope that everyone who has not voted will vote tonight or tommorow early in the day. Thanks everyone who has voted, and we thank you for helping us out in the election"

Gordon A. Fischer said this early this morning.

Today, the Liberal Party and Thomas J.H. Muskey had brunch, and then he campaigned in his hometown of Simpson City in Environmental Park.

Michelle Laci said that she would most likely lose the election, but said that she would do her best to create the best environment for citizens.

George Herman campaigned for the Conservative Party in their efforts to win the cabinet election, which ends the 26th of September.

Tonight is the big night. At 9:55 approximately after polls close, we will have a winner. Most votes have been tallied and counted, and Michelle Laci has had the least activity in polls so far.

"We are not stopping from here. We are running a 1-day campaign. I thank everyone who has supported me, and regardless of who wins: you've got a winner in me no matter what!" Michelle Laci exclaimed.

Thomas J.H. Muskey saw an increase in polls over the past week or two.

"You've made me the comeback kid! Thank you all, and thank you Michelle Laci for putting out a good race. Let the best woman or man win!" he said.

Michelle Laci talked to supporters in Environmental Park today:

"You all are very smart, and intelligent people. If you know what's right, you should vote for me because the environmental cause needs to continue. We need to protect wild animals, we need to prevent big businesses from making profit from animals. We need to prevent sports and activities harming, and involving animals for money. Animals are like us: trying to survive. We should continue to treat them like people, and we should continue to do this. Also, I will do everything in my power if I become your priminister to help out the economic cause. For many years---12 to be exact, I was unemployed, my husband was unemployed. We were both under a lot of stress, in burden, but we worked through it. We almost lost our house. We were lucky if we got food on the table, but we made it through, and I will help you make it through".

A supporter asked her about her hardships as a child.

"I'm glad you asked me this question. To tell you the truth, before this campaign, I haven't been open about my hardships as a child. Larogera has come a long way. From the bomb of 72' in which 'crusaders' or Monarchs at the time came in, I was shocked. My family and I sailed on a ship with 300 other people to Green Cove Island. I lived there until the Monarchy settled down. My father was killed in an attack by raging crusaders on his way back to Larogera. When we returned, it was horrible. You could smell smoke. Palaces, castles, and fortresses were being built. The king was a snotty-rich guy. Then, we had someone like Gordon A. Fischer come along and question the government. I was one of those millions of protestors backing Mr. Fischer. I congratulate Mr. Fischer in his efforts. My hardships as a child were unexplainable. I don't want any child to go through that ever. That is why Gordon A. Fischer, 6.5 million people, and me went to fight for our freedom".

The audience clapped, and cheered at her speech in Belkin today. Thomas J.H. Muskey was with Gordon A. Fischer in a meeting.