Federal President Clarifies Approach to Onionhead
admiral Vincentfederationjasmina Halseyonionheadpolicy/economyzachary Hudson 11 January 2015
In an attempt to quell the clamour for her resignation President Jasmina Halsey has tried to clarify the rift between the Admiral of the Fleet, Admiral Vincent, and her office. “Admiral Vincent runs our Navy, and I run the government. From time to time, he gives me a status... Read more
Despite the continuing ‘Oniongate’ protest on the steps of Congress, Admiral Vincent has announced that surface bombing of Panem in the Kappa Fornacis system has resumed, but this time with targeted, genetically engineered biocides to destroy the onionhead crop. “Automated munitions deployed from orbit, release a gentle mist that... Read more
Federal President Booed
federationjasmina Halseypolicy/economy 9 January 2015
This morning during the ceremony to mark the start of term at the prestigious Olympus Village University When President Halsey began her talk a large number of the assembled students began booing her. The university principal apologised profusely to the President before she left. Nevertheless the damage was done,... Read more
Senator Torval has criticised the arrival of a Federal warship now stationed in the Luluwala system. “They think they can throw their weight around. Stationing a warship at this small outpost can only be a distraction from their lack of enforcement of their own laws. “They think stationing a... Read more
Secret Federal Anger now Onionhead Sales at all Time High
federationgalactic Newsjasmina Halseyonionhead 6 January 2015
We have seen several off-the-record comments from unnamed Congressmen who are angry at the publicity Onionhead has received from the President’s various announcements, and her criticism of the Admiral of the Fleet. According to reports on black market pricing, the value of Onionhead has soared throughout Federal space, despite... Read more
Federal Shadow President Demands Lower Taxes
federationpolicy/economy 31 December 2014
In a statement Shadow President Hudson announced his sympathy for Sanna. “Our taxes are crippling those we most need to help. We waste it on bureaucracy and the lazy. We should be supporting and protecting hard working States like Sanna.” It is understood a Federal Battlecruiser will be deployed... Read more
Sanna in Bid to Leave Federation
federationpolicy/economy 30 December 2014
The Congressman for Sanna, Marcus Albertson, has given a speech to his own parliament in Sanna. “Federal taxes are holding back our progress. We say we have democracy but what can we change? Our coffers are sucked dry by the Federation as they lord it over us. What do... Read more
Federal President Announces Tax Rises in New Year
federationjasmina Halseypolicy/economy 29 December 2014
In a move causing shockwaves throughout Federal space, President Halsey has announced Federal tax increases. “I am sorry and I appreciate people are frustrated about this, but I have to announce further Federal tax rises. This is to cover our ever increasing welfare burden, and high military spending.” Federal... Read more
Federal Shadow President Demands Conscription
federationgalactic Newszachary Hudson 28 December 2014
In the traditional speeches that mark the re-opening of Congress after the holiday, Congressman and Shadow President Zachary Hudson has outlined his views for the coming year. In a long speech highly critical of his opponent President Halsey, the only new element was his criticism of Federal youth. “We... Read more
Senator Torval Blames Federal Agitators from Luluwala for Sorbago Rebellion
federationgalactic Newszemina Torval 28 December 2014
Senator Torval has already blamed outside forces for the recently suppressed rebellion in Sorbago. Last night on the political debate panel show ‘Question Everything’ she went further. “Yes, these are terrible events, but sometimes people are easily led. My forces have reported ships coming from Luluwala supplying guns to... Read more