Halberdgardia
13-11-2005, 18:54
Among Halberdgardian politicians, there had always been a certain term for a particular clique in the international community. No one was sure which wag had coined the term, but somehow the group of nations in the world who had more than one billion citizens had come to be known as "The Gentleman's Club," due to its exclusivity and the perceived maturity and wisdom of (most of) its myriad members. The Kanos and Kil Administrations had worked hard to reach and maintain the current level of international prestige Halberdgardia enjoyed, but there had always been a slight atmosphere of an inferiority complex, due to the fact that it was not one of the "Billionaire Nations." Now, that flaw had finally been rectified.
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Across Halberdgardia's various national news networks, and those international news channels that carried it, President Kenix Kil stepped up to the podium on the front lawn of the White House.
"Vice President Powell, Mr. Chief Justice, distinguished guests and friends, and my fellow citizens:
"Today we come together as one to celebrate a momentous occasion in the history of our country. Today, we celebrate the birth of the one-billionth citizen of our nation: Matthew Stephen McClemore!"
Mr. and Mrs. McClemore came forward to stand beside the President at the podium, holding tiny Matthew.
"Matthew was born at Good Shepherd Hospital at 12:02 A.M. here in downtown Washington, a healthy eight pounds and eight ounces.
"In honor of this occasion, I am pleased to announce that the Halberdgardian government has donated the sum of ten million dollars into a scholarship fund for young Matthew, so that he may pursue the opportunity for a higher education wherever he pleases."
Two aides came forward with a large check for the proud new parents, for ten million dollars. The crowd applauded for some time, with the two parents looking somewhat embarrassed over all the fuss. Kil got his pictures in with the parents and Matthew, and then, it was over almost as quickly as it began. The ceremony was relatively brief, but the effects would not be.
The Democratic Imperium of Halberdgardia had finally ascended to the plane of elites.
[OOC: An odd coincidence I saw fit to point out: I reached the one-billion landmark the day NS turned three. If that isn't Fate...]
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Across Halberdgardia's various national news networks, and those international news channels that carried it, President Kenix Kil stepped up to the podium on the front lawn of the White House.
"Vice President Powell, Mr. Chief Justice, distinguished guests and friends, and my fellow citizens:
"Today we come together as one to celebrate a momentous occasion in the history of our country. Today, we celebrate the birth of the one-billionth citizen of our nation: Matthew Stephen McClemore!"
Mr. and Mrs. McClemore came forward to stand beside the President at the podium, holding tiny Matthew.
"Matthew was born at Good Shepherd Hospital at 12:02 A.M. here in downtown Washington, a healthy eight pounds and eight ounces.
"In honor of this occasion, I am pleased to announce that the Halberdgardian government has donated the sum of ten million dollars into a scholarship fund for young Matthew, so that he may pursue the opportunity for a higher education wherever he pleases."
Two aides came forward with a large check for the proud new parents, for ten million dollars. The crowd applauded for some time, with the two parents looking somewhat embarrassed over all the fuss. Kil got his pictures in with the parents and Matthew, and then, it was over almost as quickly as it began. The ceremony was relatively brief, but the effects would not be.
The Democratic Imperium of Halberdgardia had finally ascended to the plane of elites.
[OOC: An odd coincidence I saw fit to point out: I reached the one-billion landmark the day NS turned three. If that isn't Fate...]