NationStates Jolt Archive

April 2nd, 2008:
Bronze Square, Inneville

Following the capture of infamous Communist revolutionary Stanley Neniven, and the subsequent decision to place him in a maximum security prison, Generalissimo Grimmeberger has taken the opportunity to live up to one of the central tenents of his ideology: anti-communism.

So it surprised no one when, this morning, he stood up in front of an assembled crowd in Bronze Square and publicly denounced communism and socialism. But no one expected him to take it as far as he did, at least, not yet.

His speech is as follows:

"My fellow Fanboyists, I am pleased to announce that the RBPA will no longer threaten our peaceful way of life!" *Applause*

"Four days ago the communist scum that has had us living in fear was captured by the brave soldiers of the Blue Army!" *Applause*

"The RBPA was crushed in a series of offensives by the brave soldiers, who have demonstrated the strong commitment and moral fiber of this great nation, and by militia's formed by none other than you fine people. They will not threaten our families, lives, and homes again!" *Cheers and Applause*

"However, the threat to the values and principles that guide this great nation have not been eliminated. They still hover menacingly on the side, in a form many of us are also familiar with: none other than the Communist Party!"

"We are not truly safe until the Red Menace is completely destroyed and removed from the world. And I am happy to be striking the first blow in a larger war against the evils of Bolshevism and the Red Terror! And that is why, as of tonight at midnight, the Communist Party is hereby DISBANDED and BANNED FROM REFORMING! FURTHERMORE, ANYONE WHO IS CURRENTLY A MEMBER OF THE COMMUNIST PARTY HAS ONE WEEK TO LEAVE THE COUNTRY OR FACE IMPRISONMENT OR DEATH!" *Raucous cheering and applause*

*End Speech*

As you can see, Communism has been outlawed in the FRFS, Communists being condemned to exile, or imprisonment or death after the week-long grace period.

OOC: By the way, people, this thread is open. I forgot to note that in the title. Sorry.

Four days later:
Tredegar, Ohio Province, FRFS

12,000 former members of the Communist Party had taken to the streets in protest of Grimmeberger's declaration. State Special Police forces, also known as the Grey Shirts, were keeping a discreet watch on the demonstration, with the help of the paramilitary militia Grey Coats. Things were going fairly peacefully, and there was no reason to arrest them; there were three days of the grace period to get out of the country still remaining. Afterwards, if they made their pro-communist veiws heard, they would be liable to arrest, or, if they complained too loudly or violently, execution.

Walter Dreyfous, the local SSP Commander was watching patiently, ready to act if the protest turned violent. 400 SSP Enforcers were watching, and 800 Grey Coats stood at guard. The need to act became apparent rather quickly.

The protesters began trying to force entry into the Governor-General's office, and the Grey Coats raised their weapons, keeping the safety catches on, but making the threat quite clear, even if their weapons were loaded with rubber bullets.

The SSP officers began making note of the violent protesters, ignoring the ones remaining peaceful. They started bracing to break up the demonstration before it degenerated into a full-out riot.

Then, someone threw a Molotov cocktail at the government building, and that was it. The Grey Coats fired rubber bullets into the crowd, and many began shouting in pain. The order was given to cease firing, and the Enforcers walked calmly into the dissapating crowd and began arresting people. Within minutes the crowd had dispersed, and the incident was over.

The end tally of the day was this: 273 Protesters were arrested, 7 Grey Coats and 2 Enforcers were injured. Bloodless. Luckily.

The whole thing could be blamed on out of control spirits amongst the protesters, so Commander Dreyfous let most of the protesters go home, with a warning, holding 28 people who were believed to have begun the violence.

Alborio congratulates you for outlawing a Godless belief system.

The Empire of North Erusea congrats the Fanboyist by condemning Communism.

Alborio congratulates you for outlawing a Godless belief system.

The Empire of North Erusea congrats the Fanboyist by condemning Communism.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To Alborio and North Erusea,

I wish to personally thank you for your support of my actions, as I know there are many who would condemn this action who have simply not made their voices heard at this point. I hope all of our nations can work together in the fight against this dangerous, godless, and all-corrupting ideology.

Your friends,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State
and the Fanboyist People

The Worker's State of Kulikovia hereby condemns this blatant attempt to snuff out opposition to the government. By outlawing a political ideaology in a nation, you are denying your very citizens their political rights. By threatening mass-arrests of Communist supporters, you are infringing upon basic citizen rights. Political freedom is a cherished right that must be upheld. It is a sad day, to see people harrassed and arrested solely based on their ideaology.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Worker's State of Kulikovia

Your accusations that this move is merely an attempt to snuff out political opposition is unfounded: no such moves have been made, or will be made against the Popular Democratic Party or the Libertarian Party. As it is, the government is run by two differing parties. I suggest you learn the basic facts about a given situation before you begin hurling accusations.

It could also be argued, though I will not make this formal accusation, that you are only defending these people because they agree with your own nation's ideology. You and your people obviously do not have the same experience with the caustic effects that so-called "revolutionaries" have on a civilized society that guards the very moral fiber of the world.

From,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

The Archemperor of Gerainia gives a personal wellwish.

Please convey my thanks for the support to the Archemperor.

Sincerely,
Steven Grimmeberger

So another nation has outlawed communism. The people of Bushdome are deeply saddened by this. But we wish to know what will happen to Stanley Neniven.

We wish for Stanley Neniven and all other members and supporters of your communist party to come to Bushdome, where they will be given free housing, transport and jobs.

We eagerly await your answer

From The Bushdome Forign Office

We find your countries recent conversion from communism disappointing. Socialism allows for the government to ensure corrupt business leaders do not control your economy. The suppression of idea's is unfortunate for me to hear. We will still consider business meetings with your country. However do not expect military assistance in case riots occur in your country. Relocation of that many people will never work.

**OFFICIAL COMMUNIQUE***

TO: Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger
FROM: Robert Donvan, Foreign Minister, Commownealth of Tolvan

RE: Communist Aggression

The Commonwealth seldom takes interest in the internal affairs of other nations, however you could not help but notice your valian stand against the scourge of communism.

The world can be a dangerous place for nations that stand agaisn this flawed and murderous ideology. To that end the Commowealth is prepared to offer you with equipment and training in order to defend yourselfs from any communist aggression.

We await your reply.

The United Soivet States of Alexandriov Condemmns your action against those who wish to express their views and their own opinions. I hearby empose an embargo on your people, and I dutifully hope all those concerned with this blatant expression of hatred and bourgeois corruption shall do the same as well. Fanboyists, your nation is a member of the united nations, and one it's charter rules is a gurantee of political expression and free speech. Thus, your nation is performing an illegal act by national law, and dutlifully request you deisist, lest more drastic measures be deemed nessecary to ensure the free expression of the individual. Here comrades, you see the true face of unrequited facism. One day it is the communists, for the 'Greater good", and the next, all political opposition is gone, save the facists. Comrades, I implore you to take a stand agaoinst such uncalled behavior.

Prime Minister Labrie
Alexandriov

The Grand Holy Empire of Imota is disheartened by the threats of mass arrests against Communists in the FRFS. While Imota is not a Communist state, we are concerned that FRFS government actions are unduly sacrificing liberty in the name of security. We do not condemn the actions of the FRFS; however, we will accept any and all Communists fleeing the FRFS who seek refuge within our borders.

Peace be upon you,

Weinna Gellendell, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Nolan Baguirre, Prime Minister
Lania I, Empress

From the office of the President of the United Federation of Jayate

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Jayate does not support Communism in any way, shape, or form. However, we do support freedom of belief. It is for this reason that Jayate officially condemns the actions of the Fanboyist government.

Jayate wishes for the freedom of the Fanboyist people to practice their political rights at any time, and is happy to open up her borders to those who wish to escape Fanboyist oppression.

Signed,
The President of Jayate

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So another nation has outlawed communism. The people of Bushdome are deeply saddened by this. But we wish to know what will happen to Stanley Neniven.

We wish for Stanley Neniven and all other members and supporters of your communist party to come to Bushdome, where they will be given free housing, transport and jobs.

We eagerly await your answer

From The Bushdome Forign Office

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Bushdome Foreign Office

You can rest easy as to Neniven's fate: he will remain in prison to serve out a sentence of twenty years, and will serve a life sentence under house arrest. Do not worry about me having him killed: he is an old war buddy of mine, and he has too much respect from me for me to have him killed.

Please know that Neniven is recognized as the leader of a terrorist Marxist organization, the RBPA, and that is his crime, not merely being a communist.

As for your country taking in supporters of the communist party, I shall make this possibility available to them, and I will help any who wish to go to your country get there.

With respect,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

**OFFICIAL COMMUNIQUE***

TO: Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger
FROM: Robert Donvan, Foreign Minister, Commownealth of Tolvan

RE: Communist Aggression

The Commonwealth seldom takes interest in the internal affairs of other nations, however you could not help but notice your valian stand against the scourge of communism.

The world can be a dangerous place for nations that stand agaisn this flawed and murderous ideology. To that end the Commowealth is prepared to offer you with equipment and training in order to defend yourselfs from any communist aggression.

We await your reply.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To: Robert Donvan, Foreign Minister, Commownealth of Tolvan

Equipment and such would be assisted, however, training will not be. We thank you for your offer of help and the expression of solidarity with us in the fight against the caustic effects of the Red Menace.

Your friend,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

The Grand Holy Empire of Imota is disheartened by the threats of mass arrests against Communists in the FRFS. While Imota is not a Communist state, we are concerned that FRFS government actions are unduly sacrificing liberty in the name of security. We do not condemn the actions of the FRFS; however, we will accept any and all Communists fleeing the FRFS who seek refuge within our borders.

Peace be upon you,

Weinna Gellendell, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Nolan Baguirre, Prime Minister
Lania I, Empress

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To Weinna Gellendell, Nolan Baguirre, and Empress Lania,

Thank you for not jumping to condemning our actions; your understanding is much appreciated. I shall convey your offer to the new refugees, and I will make arrangements for all who wish to go to your country available, with your cooperation. Thank you, also, for providing an outlet for these people.

Respectfully,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

From the office of the President of the United Federation of Jayate

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Jayate does not support Communism in any way, shape, or form. However, we do support freedom of belief. It is for this reason that Jayate officially condemns the actions of the Fanboyist government.

Jayate wishes for the freedom of the Fanboyist people to practice their political rights at any time, and is happy to open up her borders to those who wish to escape Fanboyist oppression.

Signed,
The President of Jayate

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From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the President of Jayate,

I suggest you reword your condemnation; as it is worded now, it could be interepreted as an invitation to bloodthirsty revolutionaries to violent revolt. This will not be tolerated, and to prevent any such misunderstanding, I suggest and request that your statement be reworded.

The government will not take back its actions; this decision has been made with only the well-being of the people of our nation, and the world, at heart. Furthermore, former members of the Communist Party can be pardoned if they simply admit that they were a member of the Communist Party and make an official apology.

I will make the point that I have made before; your experience with members of the Communist faction is clearly different than what we have experienced here; many adherents of this dangerous ideology have violently attempted to overthrow the current order of our nation, putting many in mortal danger. We are merely fulfilling our responsibility to keep the people of the FRFS safe. I hope this will help you understand our position.

Sincerely,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

While the Final Soviet busies itself declaring all vessels under the Fanboyist flag pirate ships and GSIC searches for Fanboyist citizens in the Indian subcontinent, comrade Graeme Igo, Grandfather of the Igovian Revolution says only that Communism is outlawed in every pre-Communist state by necessity, and that making an open declaration such as this can only be a political stunt. "Every bourgeois state cracks down on Communist movements where they are actually Communist, so the banning of Party-oriented pretenders is of little concern to the true revolutionary." Says Igo.

Fanboyist citizens now have the right to seek political assylum in the Indian Soviet Commonwealth with a fair expectation of success in their applications.

We were unaware of Neniven's crimes as a terrorist, we are deeply saddened that a fellow communist would turn to such crimes.

We would also like to take the chance to thank you for letting your communist citizens migrate to Bushdome.

From Bushdome Forign Office

"Excellent work. I hope and pray that other countries follow your sensible example. The Communist Party has been illegal in my country since the day I came to power, even in the early days when I blindly and foolishly adhered to democratic beliefs. Since that time, I have thoroughly wiped my nation clean of Marxists. If your nation would like help in doing the same, I shall happily provide it."

Generalissimo J.L.

While the Final Soviet busies itself declaring all vessels under the Fanboyist flag pirate ships and GSIC searches for Fanboyist citizens in the Indian subcontinent, comrade Graeme Igo, Grandfather of the Igovian Revolution says only that Communism is outlawed in every pre-Communist state by necessity, and that making an open declaration such as this can only be a political stunt. "Every bourgeois state cracks down on Communist movements where they are actually Communist, so the banning of Party-oriented pretenders is of little concern to the true revolutionary." Says Igo.

Fanboyist citizens now have the right to seek political assylum in the Indian Soviet Commonwealth with a fair expectation of success in their applications.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Leadership of the Indian Soviet Commonwealth,

A few things need to be addressed.

1) Inform Mr. Graeme Igo that he is wrong. This nation will not fall to the scourge of the Leftists on my watch, nor on the watch of any other of this nation's leaders.

2) The banning of Party-oriented communists is of little significance, so he is correct there; they held little power before anyway, and the real threat were the militant RBPA, who have been annihilated in a series of campaigns.

3) Declaring ships under our flags pirate ships is an excuse to attack or impound them; this in turn, merits a declaration of war. We will not allow this challenge to our sovreignty to stand. I hereby demand that you remove the "pirate" designation from all ships of our nation.

4) I will not stop anyone from our nation from going to your country; however, you will have to help them make such arrangements, as I will not help a nation that has shown itself to be completely hostile; other nations have managed to deal with this with some civility.

5) May I ask why you are searching for Fanboyist nationals on the Indian subcontinent? What will happen to any that you do find?

From,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

We were unaware of Neniven's crimes as a terrorist, we are deeply saddened that a fellow communist would turn to such crimes.

We would also like to take the chance to thank you for letting your communist citizens migrate to Bushdome.

From Bushdome Forign Office

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Bushdome Foreign Office

I thank you for your understanding of our situation; rest assured, however, that due to his lengthy peaceful political record, Neniven will not be harmed during his sentence, or after it.

As for your nation being able to take some of our communists citizens: If you would be so kind as to send a plane or two to pick them up, I will set aside a terminal at Francisco Franco Memorial Airport in St. Henry for that purpose.

Thank you,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

"Excellent work. I hope and pray that other countries follow your sensible example. The Communist Party has been illegal in my country since the day I came to power, even in the early days when I blindly and foolishly adhered to democratic beliefs. Since that time, I have thoroughly wiped my nation clean of Marxists. If your nation would like help in doing the same, I shall happily provide it."

Generalissimo J.L.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To Generalissimo J.L.

Many thanks for your support and offer of help; it warms my heart to know that we are not alone in the fight against the Red Terror. This action has been on my agenda since I came to power, and I even attempted it during my last tenure as head of state, but in the end my efforts failed then: I was removed from power. Now, though, I have a free reign once again to carry out my work.

Regarding your offer of help: I wonder if any aid you could give me could be turned towards potentially repelling an invasion, should one occur; I am worried that some more hotheaded Communist States might try to force me to back down.

Most Sincerely,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

Though The Worker's State is appauled by your disbanding and outlawing of the Communist Party in your country, we assure you that no aggressive action will be undertaken to undermine your sovereignty nor government. We will instead, offer asylum for those who are forced to flee in fear of mass arrest and retaliations that they may suffer.

We shall send 3 planes at first, if more is needed then we shall send more. Also as not to cause political greif between our nations i must inform you that each plane will have 5 armed soldiers on them this is purley for the protection of the aircraft and its passengers. They will all be equiped with a HK33 assault rifle. I am informing you of this as to not cause shock when these men are seen. Please do not take this as a sign of aggression, as it is not. And again i thank you for you cooperation throughout the whole fot his situation.

From The Desk Of The Tsar

Though The Worker's State is appauled by your disbanding and outlawing of the Communist Party in your country, we assure you that no aggressive action will be undertaken to undermine your sovereignty nor government. We will instead, offer asylum for those who are forced to flee in fear of mass arrest and retaliations that they may suffer.

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

We thank you for providing a place for us to send these new exiles, and I have set aside a terminal in Francisco Franco Memorial Airport for the purpose of allowing refugees to leave with whichever country they wish.

Thank you for not threatening aggressive action and for recognizing that this situation does not require violence.

We shall send 3 planes at first, if more is needed then we shall send more. Also as not to cause political greif between our nations i must inform you that each plane will have 5 armed soldiers on them this is purley for the protection of the aircraft and its passengers. They will all be equiped with a HK33 assault rifle. I am informing you of this as to not cause shock when these men are seen. Please do not take this as a sign of aggression, as it is not. And again i thank you for you cooperation throughout the whole fot his situation.

From The Desk Of The Tsar

From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Tsar of Bushdome,

Thank you for accepting these people; this arrangement, including the security guards is acceptable. As a heads up, there are also Blue Army soldiers standing guard inside the terminal, as they are throughout the whole airport. I will instruct them not to attempt to disarm your security forces. Thank you again.

Sincerely,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State

The Kulikovian Air Defense Force will be providing five Ilyushin Il-76's for the purpose of transport. More will be sent if need be. Each transport will also have Security Forces personnel aboard but are under strict orders not to use force unless it is a last resort. No fighter escorts will be provided to further demonstrate our non-aggression. We do not want to endanger our comrades who seek a new home.

We are unsure of the number of refugees your government expects will be evacuating. Can you give us an accurate or best number?

Ombudsman to region A72:

Athenae Magnus would like to know an estimation of the number of official Communist Party (and Socialist Party) members in your country. We're a rather small nation, but we may be willing to take in some of your Communist Party members should they desire to come.

We're also interested in what will happen to five of our nationals, all of whom are Communist Party members back home (In this, our Socialist State). Will you be ejecting international Communists vacationing in your lands or visiting family?

We would also like to know what you will be doing with the bank accounts and properties of known Communists, especially those who will be emigrating from your nation.

Lastly, we would like to know what you plan to do with all of your Communist and Socialist literature, found in the homes of political criminals and in libraries and bookstores. If you plan on destroying these works we'd much rather have them sent to us; we'll be happy to pay the shipping costs.

Athenae Magnus wishes to express regret that you would resort to this measure in order to keep peace and stability in your nation. We are happy that you've kept from resorting to out-n-out violence, though. Though we are displeased with your course of actions the safety of our comrades and our literature is much more important, and we are willing to work with you in order to reach the best outcome for both sides.

Ombudsman to region A72 communique end

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The Kulikovian Air Defense Force will be providing five Ilyushin Il-76's for the purpose of transport. More will be sent if need be. Each transport will also have Security Forces personnel aboard but are under strict orders not to use force unless it is a last resort. No fighter escorts will be provided to further demonstrate our non-aggression. We do not want to endanger our comrades who seek a new home.

We are unsure of the number of refugees your government expects will be evacuating. Can you give us an accurate or best number?

The arrangement of transports for the refugees is acceptable. Thank you for your cooperation.

As for an estimate of the number of refugees, I can only give a rough total and how many have applied for assistance going to your country. An estimated 948,000 total refugees, with, I believe, 28,000 applicants to go to your country at this time; however, not all applications are processed at this point by any means: that number could easily be considerably higher.

The Ministries of State, Public Welfare, and Finance are in cooperation with each other along with the General Assembly to work out a program to accomedate any number of refugees. As it stands, we can only take in approximately 5,600 refugees at this moment. Of course, we are working hard to set up temporary lodging and camps for refugees as well as processing centers. Within one month, we project that we can double the previous given number.

The Ministries of State, Public Welfare, and Finance are in cooperation with each other along with the General Assembly to work out a program to accomedate any number of refugees. As it stands, we can only take in approximately 5,600 refugees at this moment. Of course, we are working hard to set up temporary lodging and camps for refugees as well as processing centers. Within one month, we project that we can double the previous given number.

At the present time, these people are still citizens of the FRFS, and as such, I still feel I am responsible on some level for their well being; for this reason, I am willing to donate IB6 billion (Iron Bars) (OOC: that's roughly $2 billion in USD) to the cause of finding lodging and such for these people. Thank you again.

President Dimitri Nevsky is proposing an emergency relief package for the expected refugees in and around one billion USD. It is our hope to give a new home to our comrades abroad, wether they be citizens of Kulikovia or not. We are glad to see a peaceful resolution to this incident. We also ask that no person be imprisoned based solely on them being a Communist or any leftist ideaology, unless they commit an alreayd existing crime within your nation. We and surely other nations will take them in and no imprisonment will be needed.

"From the Desk of Generalissimo Steven P. Grimmeberger

To the Leadership of the Indian Soviet Commonwealth,

A few things need to be addressed.

1) Inform Mr. Graeme Igo that he is wrong. This nation will not fall to the scourge of the Leftists on my watch, nor on the watch of any other of this nation's leaders.

2) The banning of Party-oriented communists is of little significance, so he is correct there; they held little power before anyway, and the real threat were the militant RBPA, who have been annihilated in a series of campaigns.

3) Declaring ships under our flags pirate ships is an excuse to attack or impound them; this in turn, merits a declaration of war. We will not allow this challenge to our sovreignty to stand. I hereby demand that you remove the "pirate" designation from all ships of our nation.

4) I will not stop anyone from our nation from going to your country; however, you will have to help them make such arrangements, as I will not help a nation that has shown itself to be completely hostile; other nations have managed to deal with this with some civility.

5) May I ask why you are searching for Fanboyist nationals on the Indian subcontinent? What will happen to any that you do find?

From,
Steven P. Grimmeberger, Generalissimo and Head of State"

The Soviet Commonwealth, lacking any actual leaders (short of describing the whole able-minded adult population as such), manages none the less to address Grimmeberger's communique in its own time. A reply from Raipur, de facto capital of Soviet India, indicates that the Fanboyist state is considered by the Commonwealth an illegal entity lacking any soveriegn power, regarding that as vested in a populace denied self-administration. Fanboyist assets sighted in Soviet or protected territory, then, are considered high probability sources of criminal activity and are now to be treated with extreme caution and suspicion by Indo-Soviet persons.

As to the search for Fanboyists in the subcontinent, like fears are cited. Raipur wishes to know which if any Fanboyist citizens may be present in the Commonwealth so that GSIC -the Gelert Sentinels- can conduct 'security investigations'.

While India has done nothing to directly evacuate dissenters from the FRFS, it is apparent that any who make it to India or to a nation enjoying Soviet friendship or protection may be helped to settle in the Commonwealth.

The government of the People's Republic of Andaras condemns the bourgeois regime of the FRFS for it's fascist machinations in repressing the hopes of millions for liberation from exploitation. The Communist party is but the political extension for the interests of the vast working masses of society, and any move against the Communist party is a move against your own people. Furthermore the government of Andaras pledges to give any safe harbor to those Communists and workers fleeing the bourgeois dictatorship of the FRFS.

National Assembly of the PRA.