[006] VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[bulwank]

Such blatant insensitivity!

[Said over the network through video by an- incredibly muscular man currently wearing- is that an apron? It's almost difficult to distinguish the apron from a dress with all the frills on it. But he appears to be wearing it proudly as he holds a soup spoon in his other hand.]

Is it reasonable to imply unregistered imPorts aren't American citizens!? They cannot vote or have a say in the goings on in their country when they never were given a choice in the matter of coming here in the first place?! What sort of decision was this!? [Whipping the spoon up and to the side and up- almost- bashing it through the ceiling of the kitchen he's currently standing in. Yes- he's that big.]

While we have been given choice to register or not, it should be separate from out citizenship! This country is completely disrespectful!!

[A pause- calming for a moment.] I- my apologies! It was rude of me to not introduce myself first, considering all the new arrivals. [Bows his head.]

Disrespectful... on my part, I am a disgrace to not recognize it sooner! I am Gamagori Ira, welcome to those who have arrived only recently and whom I have yet to had the pleasure in meeting just yet.

[OOC: Obviously taking place after the unregistered import business is announced/occurs.]

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[andaway]

I completely agree. […All that yelling aside.]

If they told us none of the imPorts could vote because we aren’t technically part of this world I’d kind of understand- but it’s clear they are only targeting those who refuse to sign up for their little army. Which only makes me all the most suspicious.

[bulwank]

[You'll get used to it. It'll become normal.]

Yes! I feel the same way. Us not being a part of this world is a good enough reason to omit voting and other citizenship rights from us, but since they are allowing Registered this right- No. It seems they are doing it for a less pleasant reason. [His eyes slim, thinking about what someone earlier stated.]

It makes it seem as though- hmph. As though they are trying to make us submit! I am familiar with something of that sort...

[andaway]

I am as well. [And he’s taking none of it.]

But thing is, we’ve basically been kidnapped here. Brought here against our will. Tossed into jobs we did not have any say on. And God knows what they have done to our bodies to give us these new set of powers if we didn’t have any before. But we’re supposed to be grateful enough to become mercenaries under their name?

Not only that, but they are using the little comforts we have in this strange land against us, to try to convince us to sign up for their little war games or whatever plans they have for us. I’m really not impressed.

[bulwank]

[Him saying all of that outloud at one time makes it difficult to hold any hope in his heart or concern for those who brought them here. Gamagori is unsure if they can just turn the gate off entirely so he makes no note of that. He is aware that they have no control over who it brings- but not the prior.]

Hmmm- yes, the situation is not a great one. This is true, sir. But if they wish to have a certain image now that we have been brought here- they need to do things differently. It is too difficult for the mass to boycott them by removing their registration. Some of those brought here are so young and getting a job is hardly legal let alone easy for them. Registering is one of the ways they can get the support they need-

Though I am unaware of how it's working as it is... For those underage, shouldn't they be put under care, not made to work, not made to fight a war? [Hm, he- never even gave thought to that before.] There are many things at work here that both make no sense and only add to the difficulties facing imPorts.

[andaway]

I have only just gotten here so all I know is second hand. But as far as I have been told they are put into schools but have no legal guardians, and they are expected to register. I understand it’s basically the only way they have of getting support, and a home but that only makes it worse. When they grow up those kids will see the government as the one that basically gave them everything they needed and they will probably think they can do no wrong.

[He doesn’t want to say brainwashing, but. Brainwashing.]

I’m sure they only want our help for something, but forcing our hand this way is only going to actually make things harder for them. You get people in your side by explaining your situation and giving them a common goal with you, not like this.

[bulwank]

[It does only make it worse... Brainwashing definitely comes to mind. Ontop of all the blackmailing... He doesn't enjoy thinking about the government in this way but he's not about to ignore the truths right infront of his eyes.]

Sir- if I may, I never got your name. [And he should have it, you seem like a good man to know.]

[andaway]

[He’d already been so heated, so angry at this whole argument and how the government was handling things the simple question takes him by surprise and for a moment he just blinks. Until his brain catches up and he grins.]

Clark, Clark Kent. And you would be?

[bulwank]

[You and him are much more alike than either of you realize. Hm? A question out of place? Be befuddled for a moment! ]

Mr. Kent, I feel now, and I believe even more so in the future, proud to have met you. I can feel your passion for this in your words and believe you mean what you say.

[andaway]

Clark's just fine.

To be fair, that's kind of my job. Putting things into words, I mean. This just happens to be a topic that touched the wrong kind of buttons and got me all heated up. But I'm sure I'm not the only one that feels that way. [Or he hopes so, anyway.]

It's an honor to have meet someone who truly wears his hear on his sleeve, as well.

[bulwank]

It is safe to say that about many here, butt he gate brings in all kinds. [Sage nod.]

I suspect you plan on taking part in whatever measures seem best fit to deal with this issue? Unfortunately! While I wish to take a stand, I am not as familiar with American politics as I should be to take command here. [A breath, feeling rather- bad about that actually.]

Whether we can vote or not- this issue of rights separating our group should not be overlooked.

[andaway]

[He nods.] As soon as I gather enough information about it, anyway. But when it comes to this kind of thing we can’t just sit back and relax because that puts us on the oppressor’s side.

[And then, he hesitates.] Maybe ‘oppressor’ was the wrong word to use, but they are taking away our right to vote after giving it to us, as a way of getting us to act the way they want us to.

[bulwank]

My issue lies in the implication that Registration acts like a means to gain American citizenship. Using that to segregate imPorts and allowing American rights accordingly is the problem. We are promised protection should we register, but are still made to reside here if we do not accept! Does not America protect all it's citizens? Why not just tell imPorts to get an American citizenship then? And if they expect more of us besides that, enable the ability to Register as something else entirely!

Instead, those that do not Register become part of a group just residing in America without any protection should they be targeted. That just makes it seem like we are being forced to Register even if we are unable to follow through with expectations given to Registered imPorts. What of those weak and unable to fight should it be called on them after Registering? Or someone sick? Or a child? There are many things that should be considered!

[andaway]

[Clark could have said all of that himself, almost exact words, so he nods eagerly.]

They are American, as well, so they must have known pulling this would get this kind of reaction. They aren’t unknowingly taking away something we see as our right, they know very well what they are doing and they are giving us no choose but to register and do as they tell us to do. It’s bad enough for most of us, but like you said there’s the sick and elderly and children to consider.

They don’t think of us as citizen or even people, I don’t think. They see us as valuable powerful assets to use and they are getting angry we aren’t doing what they tell us to do because they didn’t expect resistance.

[bulwank]

[All the nods, he's so happy they agree. It's so beautiful.]

Thus it calls for change. As a group, imPorts need to be better integrated in society and treated fairly. And if we are not considered American citizens they must be forward in saying so and grant us the liberty of leaving a country that does not accept us!

[andaway]

[Making friends!]

Exactly. So far we’re brought here, and… forced to stay here, to the point where if we leave without their permission they will hunt us down. Or so I have been told anyway. I think this whole situation isn’t making any of the sides happy and we need to work on finding a way to change it.

[bulwank]

[Still happy this guy agrees. To not be alone in this plight good to know. He is Registered himself, but that still does not mean those unRegistered fall from his gaze.]

I fear it will be more troublesome to do so than we think. But any support is helpful. For now, we must see how this decision is responded to by others, including nonimPorts.

Should the time come, I look forward to having you on my side, sir.

[andaway]

[He knows the situation isn’t exactly fun, but he can’t help a little grin. It’s actually refreshing to share his views with someone who looks so… energetic? And optimistic. And at least he isn’t yelling anymore.]

Same to you. If I get any more information on the matter, I promise I will contact you.