NationStates Jolt Archive


Question about System

Corneil
25-11-2003, 13:19
*Scratches my head* Now, in the real world, when a country does not agree to a UN Resolution, they don't have to follow it. So, why, in this world, would I be obligated to follow something I didn't approve? I find it rather silly that I get notes from the administration that new laws have been enacted that effect my nation, when I voted against said laws. If the system wants to be more like a real UN, this should change.

Silly bots!
25-11-2003, 14:25
Apparently in NS the UN IS the world governing body. Which , although I do not agree with the concept I could live with IF it was truly Democratic and required a true majority approval of it resolutions, but the fact is that it only takes a majority of votes cast to pass resolutions that are then binding on all member nations.

Example: if a resolution recived 5 yes votes and 3 no votes it would then pass and be binding on all 28,000 plus member nations!!!! who choose not to vote on it. Now Common "Democratic Sence" would dictate that the resolution should not have passed due to lack of true majority support but not in NS. :shock:
25-11-2003, 15:21
Exactly like the President of the US is elected, in fact. :D

If you want to influence, you have to vote.

cheers
Corneil
26-11-2003, 13:29
*Sighs* Sad but true. I suppose that's why my region is at war with the UN.
27-11-2003, 06:27
*Scratches my head* Now, in the real world, when a country does not agree to a UN Resolution, they don't have to follow it. So, why, in this world, would I be obligated to follow something I didn't approve? I find it rather silly that I get notes from the administration that new laws have been enacted that effect my nation, when I voted against said laws. If the system wants to be more like a real UN, this should change.

Silly bots!
It's all there in the FAQ/Rules section. I'd point you to the exact section, but my browser hates me right now so it won't display much.