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[incogneto]

[ Video pans to Erik outside. The camera is floating, and he talks a bit with his hands. ]

I don't often post videos to the network, but given that my opponents have introduced themselves, I think now would be a good time to start. I am Erik Lehnsherr, and I am officially announcing my bid to run for De Chima ambassador.

[ But no seriously, this is his first network post. ]

During the two years that I've been here, a lot has happened to threaten the safety of both us and the natives: the imPocreats, the breakout, the seminar, just to name a few. The thing I want most for us is the ability to feel that we and our families are safe and secure, and that we seek the quiet but will always be prepared for whatever else may happen. I strongly believe that on this world, we are lucky to have the kind of outpouring support that we do from our neighbors. On many other worlds, including the one that I come from, that isn't the case. Though this world and these cities are not perfect, what we have is a strong foundation, and I hope to be given the opportunity to work with the government to be a solid representation of how to improve our community.

I am proud of the work that I have been able to do so far to help better our quality of life, particularly in erecting the Maria-Francis Foundation building, housing one of the largest foundations for imPort-positive project funds. If you have been there lately, you might have seen new construction happening, which I'm happy to announce will be completed soon. Starting next month, there will be onsite training rooms and AI capable of assisting imPorts and other powered individuals to hone their abilities in a secure environment.

[ He'd mention the AI is courtesy Tony Stark but he thinks after the last Starkphone upgrade maybe not ]

I can't take credit for this idea; the reason that the facility was added was out of demand from imPorts who had need for a place to responsibly practice using their powers. Regardless of whether or not I'm chosen to be the new Ambassador, I do want to hear from you on what you think would help to improve the city you currently live in; I want to help you create it.

[ Click! ]

Comments

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[liverletdie]

[ Slow.

Clap. ]

Got a campaign fund set up yet?

Re: Video

[incogneto]

Not a significant one, unless you're offering.

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[jeaniegrey]

[ There's going to be a slightly surprised Jean looking into the video with a brow raised. ]

I didn't know you were doing this.

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[incogneto]

...I'll move the house.

Or build a new one.

[ Yeah, he knows that's not the problem ]

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[divaricate]

Good. [A smile.] I'm glad you're doing this.

[A short pause.]

Even if you forgot to mention that part.

[That last bit is said in a teasing tone.]

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[incogneto]

And I'm happy you approve. I think I'll have to show up to a bunch of events. Will you be there?

[ He thinks he'll be a little drained without his familie. ]

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[doctopussy]

[ Now this is interesting. He should probably leave it; if this is who he thinks it is, then his powerset is Otto's greatest weakness.

But then again, they're not fighting on the field, are they? ]

You're getting a fascinating camera angle. But I suppose you don't require the use your hands any more than I do, do you?

[ In other words: please confirm you're using metal powers so he can narrow this down. ]

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[incogneto]

[ Otto, why do you always have to talk so weird... ]

No, I don't.

Did you make those, by the way? Your arms?

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[glowsferatu]

[ You seem okay at least on the surface, Erik, but you know somebody's got to give you something besides buttpats over this. Ever the skeptic, Kanaya needs something a little more concrete. ]

Those are fine ideals, of course. I don't think anyone here could reasonably disagree with that as our ultimate goal while we're here. But what sort of plans or policies would you have to uphold them if you're elected?

What improvements would you propose to our community?

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[incogneto]

[ Well he did expect questions, just maybe not from Kanaya ]

Chiefly I think it's past time that we place sanctions on Russian involvement, particularly on American soil, or to stop any attempts in forcibly removing imPorts from American soil.

I don't want this to escalate this to a war; I want to see what it is they hope to find from all their experimentation and understand if their intentions are less nefarious than their actions would suggest.

I also believe that we should try to be a responsible and self-regulating community, which is why I think it's a good idea to raise awareness of the different kinds of powers and to offer training in order to minimize accidents caused by imPorts. I propose a program to evaluate imPort talents in order to place them in careers where we can do something with our powers to showcase our talents in a positive light.

And although I think that the monthly swear in ceremonies, guarantee of free housing, and job opportunities are important steps in welcoming new imPorts, we should also consider cultural education programs and mental health services to help the new arrivals adjust.

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[darkpants_warmfeeling]

Good speech, Erik. Gotta say, I never took you for the political type. But now I'm interested.

My main issue is safety- for all the cities. Like you said, we've had a lot of threats, and there's probably more on the way.

Re: Video

[incogneto]

You're right about that.

[ He remembers finding Jacob more than once when one of them was in or trying to get someone else out of a pickle... ]

Not that I don't like shaking ambulances with you to stop people from pilfering them, but I think we could stand to take a look at those old and backup generators and see how we could prevent something like that happening in the future.

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[nastygram]

cool cool cool cool cool

i see this is baby's first network post so protip for u n00b
u r like the 4th BIG SPEECH on an open network in the last 3 days

can you all PLEASE slow your politicking rolls
save it all up for debates and town halls or wtf ever
OR if you want to do some real good: get together and design a filter so we aren't auto subjected to bs speeches the second we sign on to check the freaking weather

THAT would help to improve MY city

Pretend the links go somewhere...

[incogneto]

There are a few more candidates, so I expect that you'll see more informal introductory speeches.

Here is a guide on how to set up your weather app to exist separately from your notifications.

And here's one that will filter out posts with mention of the word "election."

Hope that helps.

[voice]

[hellrisen02]

You too, huh? "Outpouring support", [SNORT] Yeah, I guess that's one way of calling run-of-the-mill citizens that have no clue what's really going on. Or don't want to. But it sure is a different kind of reaction than I'm used to expecting, I'll grant you that. Just not sure it's for the right reasons.

...Training environments... Heh. [Oh good, yes. Let's just train up some new imPort soldiers to fight the good American fight. He holds his tongue on that, but just barely.]

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[incogneto]

The natives show a lot of interest in what we have to offer. You will see that soon. Are you going to FanPort?

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[dendarii]

Erik! Running for Ambassador then? I admit it'd be fun to serve next to you.

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[incogneto]

Thank you. And yes, it would be nice to work with you more often.

[compressions]

Safety is definitely my biggest concern.

['Trying not to die' is his number one mission here.]

I'd be interested in checking out that AI, too.

[incogneto]

I'll let you know when it's finished.

What are your powers?

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[khajidont]

Oh, wow! You tell the boss you're gonna be too busy for the garage soon yet?

[ He's teasing, mostly, but there's some real surprise in his voice. ]

I didn't know you were all that interested in politics.

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[incogneto]

Well I told him I'd need off to run.

[ He flashes a grin back ]

I'm not handing in a resignation yet.

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[knaval]

That's quite a nice idea, actually. I can mention that to people who want to vote for me. Go there and donate to keep it running.

[...that's not how you politic, riptide.]

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[incogneto]

Are you admitting to attempted plagiarism?

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[aberranthubris]

I wish you the best of luck, Erik. And of course, if you need any help, you know you can count on me.

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[incogneto]

Thank you, friend. Your support means a lot to me.

[ It always has. Even if he hasn't acted like it is. ]