Whereas, presently the King, Seneschal, and Secretary of State can request an advisory opinion from the Cort pü Inalt, and

Whereas, presently the Government's chief legal advisor, the Avocat-Xheneral, nor the principal originators of legislation can request an advisory opinion from the Cort pü Inalt, and

Whereas, by removing this advisory opinion we can adopt a preferable "case or controversy" approach to legislative consultation rather than using them as "ad-hoc lawmaking."

Therefore, be it enacted by the Ziu of the Kingdom of Talossa, that paragraph five (5) of OrgLaw Article VIII.6, which currently reads:

QuoteNotwithstanding any contrary proscription, the King, the Secretary of State, or the Seneschal may refer an issue to the Cort pü Inalt for an advisory opinion provided that any such panel reviewing the position is composed of no less than three Judges after any necessary recusal, there lacks a live case or controversy that would otherwise determine the issue, and there is a reasonably need for resolution of the question.

is hereby deleted.

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Breneir Tzaracomprada (MC-BREN)

Co-sponsors welcome. :)

Quote from: Baron Alexandreu Davinescu on August 28, 2026, 06:42:24 PM

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on August 28, 2026, 03:21:13 PM

Quote from: King Txec on August 28, 2026, 01:27:20 PMWe further call upon our BHAID to investigate how the People of Talossa can alleviate, in at least some small part, the suffering now unfolding.

Thank you.

@Antaglha Xhenerös Somelieir , what do you think?

It's only been a week but with the flurry of election events I wanted to be sure we didn't lose track of the King's encouragement. @Antaglha Xhenerös Somelieir and current Seneschal @Baron Alexandreu Davinescu a gentle nudge of a reminder.

Whereas, the Kingdom of Talossa, as a nation situated on unceded Indigenous territory, recognizes that the historical experience of colonialism has had profound and lasting impacts on societies, cultures, and systems of knowledge across the world, and

Whereas, scholars and thinkers have identified the continuing effects of coloniality, meaning the persistence of structures of power, hierarchy, and cultural dominance rooted in the colonial era even after the formal end of colonial rule, and

Whereas, the concept of the coloniality of power, as described by sociologist Aníbal Quijano, explains how patterns of socioeconomic classification and cultural authority established during colonial rule continue to shape global institutions and social relations, and

Whereas, decolonial thought also highlights the coloniality of knowledge, whereby certain intellectual traditions, particularly those developed in Europe and the West, have historically been treated as universal, or otherwise privileged, while other systems of knowledge have been marginalized or disregarded, and

Whereas, the intellectual movement known as Decoloniality seeks to critically examine these inherited hierarchies and promote recognition of the diverse ways of knowing, being, and understanding the world that exist across human societies, and

Whereas, engagement with decolonial perspectives encourages societies to reflect on historical legacies, expand intellectual pluralism, and promote greater respect for cultural diversity.

Therefore, be it the Sense of the Ziu of the Kingdom of Talossa, that:

It affirms the value of ongoing global conversations concerning decoloniality and the examination of the enduring legacies of colonial structures, and

That the Ziu supports the recognition of a plurality of cultural traditions, intellectual frameworks, and historical experiences as part of the shared heritage of humanity, and

That the Ziu encourages Talossans and the international community to approach these discussions in a spirit of curiosity, humility, and respect for diverse perspectives, and

That the Kingdom of Talossa expresses its support for scholarship, dialogue, and cooperation aimed at addressing the historical and contemporary impacts of colonialism while promoting mutual understanding among cultures.

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Breneir Tzaracomprada (MC-BREN)

Whereas, the British prime minister, Winston Churchill, once stated that "the era of procrastination, of half-measures, of soothing and baffling expedients, of delays is coming to its close. In its place we are entering a period of consequences," and

Whereas, this quote well-encapsulates humanity's current predicament in relation to anthropogenic climate change, and

Whereas, in recent years, 25 nations have experienced their hottest summers ever and the past seven years each have been the hottest ever since the start of record-keeping, and

Whereas, leading contributors of atmospheric warming emissions (People's Republic of China, United States of America, and Republic of India) have lagged in fidelity to their commitments based on the Kyoto and Paris Accords.

Therefore, may it be resolved that it is the Sense of the Ziu of the Kingdom of Talossa:

To declare a climate emergency, and

Based on this declaration state its assessment that anthropogenic climate change is an issue touching not just on scientific and political scopes but also on moral and bioethical scopes, and

To encourage Talossans around the world to make meaningful changes in their personal lives to limit their individual and family contributions to climate change, and

To encourage nations which are leading contributors to climate change to meet their previously-agreed treaty-based commitments.

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Breneir Tzaracomprada (MC-BREN)

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on September 03, 2026, 04:01:20 PMOn it. I plan to take care of this tonight after work.

The Florencia Shepherds are ready to to rumble.

On it. I plan to take care of this tonight after work.

I hope you both have smooth recoveries. Some day we might want to consider a public good and welfare fund (donations of course) that finances some kind of official note and small token of sympathy (flowers, or something virtual, etc.) for those facing serious illness or bereavement. There would be some coordination challenges for international deliveries so maybe something virtual.

Welp, there go my good feelings about this leg of Season 5 for the Posse. It was nice while it lasted though.

One short additional remark: The number of present votes seems unusually high. I am wondering what can be gleaned from it. Besides the two royal abstentions per tradition does this mean higher than normal "none of the above" constituency.

I confess I was genuinely surprised that neither the URL nor PA achieved a majority this time around. And I am glad that I made no bets on it. The option that appears obvious but may also present some difficulty is a grand coalition between the URL and the PA. This represents the best option for a stable government that with such a commanding majority might be able to take action on big issues and have a government that it is not propped up largely by one person. It is conceivable because they both largely cooperated during the last term informally. Perhaps that was a dry run for such a formal grand coalition this time.

As I mentioned in my party statement I stand ready to serve should folks have the courage to look forward. I stepped away from the Green Party so they could do so. I hope others will do the same.

This is wonderful news. May she continue to increase in health.

Looks like a grand coalition is in the making?

Quote from: Lorenz Friedkin-Annen on August 31, 2026, 06:52:07 PM

Quote from: Baron Alexandreu Davinescu on August 31, 2026, 06:41:15 PM

Quote from: Lorenz Friedkin-Annen on August 31, 2026, 06:29:13 PMAlso, I'm just curious, but did you have an original copy?

I did. I was a kid when I played it, but I played it on the original system. We rented it from a store called Blockbuster. This was a store that rented video game cartridges and things called VHS tapes.

I know what blockbuster is
I also know what VHS tapes are.
Just because I am not in your generation doesn't mean I am illiterate when it comes to older technology...
lol


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When I was in Alaska we lived just up the road from one of the world's last two Blockbusters. Its closing was a big deal in 2018. Now the only one in existence is in Bend, Oregon apparently.

Quote from: Sir Ian Plätschisch on August 31, 2026, 06:05:14 PMAs is my custom when I complain about your preoccupation with BHAID, I have made a donation, this time to the Anglican Relief and Development Fund for flooding relief in Nepal.

As someone once told me...you're a good egg. Please complain more if it means donating to good causes, Ian. Thank you for your donation to the Anglican Relief and Development Fund.

The BHAID is usually allotted government funding to make donations as well. I view that activity as the government leading by example which increases the willingness and therefore likelihood of general Talossan giving. Considering the obvious need I don't think that is a bad thing.

It is also notable that Talossa is likely one of the few micronations in the world to do this kind of thing. I am as a Talossa proud of that fact, of my part in helping it come to be, and for the good example this is for other micronations.

URL 75
PA 105
IG-AS 5
GP 10
IP 5

Up two ranks for the Posse. I like where this is headed.

Quote from: Istefan Perþonest on August 30, 2026, 04:59:41 PMBut I do expect it is likely that as long as you're a vocal participant in politics, whatever party you're aligned with will tend to be seen as your party.

+1

Quote from: Tierçéu Rôibeardescù on August 30, 2026, 11:52:43 AMAs no back up has come forward at this time, I will reluctantly take on the responsibility of taking up stewardship of this application, but due to breath of the piece and the relatively shallow knolage of international politics outside of talossa itself, i requests a extended period to review it. I appreciate your patience as I work through it. International political theory demands a meticulous, highly focused evaluation, and I prefer not to rush the process when my attention is divided. I will begin marking your paper just as soon as I can dedicate the proper time and analytical depth to it.

I appreciate your taking on this responsibility and the seriousness you are applying to it, Madam President. I'll check back in a month just to see how things are going (not to rush or as a deadline but to see what your initial thoughts are.)

I am also trying to get Crement to allow me use of his recipe for okonamiyaki. It's either that or butter mochi. If I am lucky perhaps both.