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|20th [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(Dec 2024 - Jan 2025)''</font><br>10th [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] <font size="0.9px">''(Sep - Dec 2024)''</font><br>Secretary-General of the [[Aurora:Organization of Free Nations (Alliance)|Organization of Free Nations]] <font size="0.9px">''(July - Dec 2024)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Southern <font size="0.9px">''(Sep - Oct 2024)''</font> | |20th [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(Dec 2024 - Jan 2025)''</font><br>10th [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] <font size="0.9px">''(Sep - Dec 2024)''</font><br>Secretary-General of the [[Aurora:Organization of Free Nations (Alliance)|Organization of Free Nations]] <font size="0.9px">''(July - Dec 2024)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Southern <font size="0.9px">''(Sep - Oct 2024)''</font> | ||
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|GuyWithALife ''(replacing 4whatok_)'' | |[[GuyWithALife]]''(replacing 4whatok_)'' | ||
|''It's Time to Bring Cascadia to the Top'' | |''It's Time to Bring Cascadia to the Top'' | ||
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Incumbent President Farosh made his intention clear early on that he would not seek a third term, leaving the presidential field open. Prior to the campaign’s commencement, Vice President Hawaiian was widely regarded as Farosh’s de facto successor and the frontrunner in the race. His consistent presence in the administration and alignment with Farosh’s policies positioned him as a candidate of continuity and stability. | Incumbent President Farosh made his intention clear early on that he would not seek a third term, leaving the presidential field open. Prior to the campaign’s commencement, Vice President Hawaiian was widely regarded as Farosh’s de facto successor and the frontrunner in the race. His consistent presence in the administration and alignment with Farosh’s policies positioned him as a candidate of continuity and stability. | ||
The writ of election was announced by Chief Justice | The writ of election was announced by Chief Justice Sayerleft on March 7, 2025, opening registration and the campaign period. | ||
====Immigration==== | ====Immigration==== | ||
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The election took place against a backdrop of complex international relations, particularly with the ally of Havaiki. A significant Havaikian-Cascadian community, known as the Arcadian community, has influenced the political landscape, with several candidates, such as Capitanfra, Xeocas, and vice presidential candidate ShadowCipher having ties to both nations. | The election took place against a backdrop of complex international relations, particularly with the ally of Havaiki. A significant Havaikian-Cascadian community, known as the Arcadian community, has influenced the political landscape, with several candidates, such as Capitanfra, Xeocas, and vice presidential candidate ShadowCipher having ties to both nations. | ||
Baltic immigration emerged as a significant factor in Cascadian politics during the March 2025 general election campaign. The arrival of Baltic immigrants, such as GuyWithALife (GWAL) and MMMeslina, introduced new perspectives and dynamics into the nation’s governance and social fabric. Both individuals were been integrated into Capitanfra’s proposed cabinet, with GWAL nominated for Vice President and MMMeslina for Secretary of State, with GWAL also being included in the proposed cabinets of HawaiianDPG and Xeocas. MMMeslina also ran for Public Advocate, and ended up victorious in that race. | Baltic immigration emerged as a significant factor in Cascadian politics during the March 2025 general election campaign. The arrival of Baltic immigrants, such as [[GuyWithALife]] (GWAL) and MMMeslina, introduced new perspectives and dynamics into the nation’s governance and social fabric. Both individuals were been integrated into Capitanfra’s proposed cabinet, with GWAL nominated for Vice President and MMMeslina for Secretary of State, with GWAL also being included in the proposed cabinets of HawaiianDPG and Xeocas. MMMeslina also ran for Public Advocate, and ended up victorious in that race. | ||
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HawaiianDPG, the incumbent Vice President, was the first candidate to register for the election, announcing his campaign at 10:55 am on March 7th. His running mate was House Speaker SergioTheCrafter. He ran on a platform focused on infrastructure development and economic growth. His “Project Cascadia” plan included expanding the recently-established CasCARE national player insurance system, revamping the national shop and improving its supply chain, strengthening regional alliances and diplomatic relations, and defending Cascadian sovereignty in Northern Cascadia. He emphasized his place in the race as a sovereigntist and nationalist candidate. | HawaiianDPG, the incumbent Vice President, was the first candidate to register for the election, announcing his campaign at 10:55 am on March 7th. His running mate was House Speaker SergioTheCrafter. He ran on a platform focused on infrastructure development and economic growth. His “Project Cascadia” plan included expanding the recently-established CasCARE national player insurance system, revamping the national shop and improving its supply chain, strengthening regional alliances and diplomatic relations, and defending Cascadian sovereignty in Northern Cascadia. He emphasized his place in the race as a sovereigntist and nationalist candidate. | ||
Capitanfra, a former Vice President and Secretary of State, was the second to register at 11:12 am that same day, announcing a comprehensive cabinet and policy platform. His campaign focused on improving recruitment and growth strategies, expanding Cascadia’s territory eastward, investing in infrastructure, particularly iceway development, and increasing government-organized events for citizens. His initial running mate was former President 4whatok; however, he was later replaced by GuyWithALife after Whatok’s rejection of the role. | Capitanfra, a former Vice President and Secretary of State, was the second to register at 11:12 am that same day, announcing a comprehensive cabinet and policy platform. His campaign focused on improving recruitment and growth strategies, expanding Cascadia’s territory eastward, investing in infrastructure, particularly iceway development, and increasing government-organized events for citizens. His initial running mate was former President 4whatok; however, he was later replaced by [[GuyWithALife]] after Whatok’s rejection of the role. | ||
[[File:Xeocas Campaign Mar2025.webp|thumb|222x222px|Xeocas Campaign Poster]] | [[File:Xeocas Campaign Mar2025.webp|thumb|222x222px|Xeocas Campaign Poster]] | ||
Xeocas, who had recently served as Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki and returned to Cascadia just days prior, registered for the presidential election on March 8th. He presented a plan that focused on enhancing community engagement, improving the recruitment pipeline for new citizens, developing infrastructure projects, and strengthening home affairs and defense capabilities. | Xeocas, who had recently served as Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki and returned to Cascadia just days prior, registered for the presidential election on March 8th. He presented a plan that focused on enhancing community engagement, improving the recruitment pipeline for new citizens, developing infrastructure projects, and strengthening home affairs and defense capabilities. | ||
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Former President Setrus had consistently floated the possibility of running for President in the March election and publicly expressed interest throughout the early parts of the campaign. On March 10th, he announced to nation chat on the server that he was likely to run for President, and in the days prior, he had been communicating with potential cabinet nominees. He formally entered the race in the morning of March 11 and announced Secretary of the Interior Moxicodone as his running mate. His campaign announcement outlined a platform centered on government efficiency, activity, recruitment, and economic development. | Former President Setrus had consistently floated the possibility of running for President in the March election and publicly expressed interest throughout the early parts of the campaign. On March 10th, he announced to nation chat on the server that he was likely to run for President, and in the days prior, he had been communicating with potential cabinet nominees. He formally entered the race in the morning of March 11 and announced Secretary of the Interior Moxicodone as his running mate. His campaign announcement outlined a platform centered on government efficiency, activity, recruitment, and economic development. | ||
Setrus’s recruitment strategy targeted significant population growth, aiming for 70 new residents per week and a total of approximately 536 residents by April 20th, 2025. Economically, he proposed enhancing the nation’s shop system through new farm constructions and infrastructure modernization. His foreign policy approach prioritized internal growth over adversarial engagements, similar to the sovereigntist policy of HawaiianDPG. Setrus also announced a comprehensive cabinet lineup, including notable figures such as GuyWithALife and Akeboun. His campaign emphasized practical solutions and rapid policy implementation, positioning him as a candidate focused on addressing long-standing issues. | Setrus’s recruitment strategy targeted significant population growth, aiming for 70 new residents per week and a total of approximately 536 residents by April 20th, 2025. Economically, he proposed enhancing the nation’s shop system through new farm constructions and infrastructure modernization. His foreign policy approach prioritized internal growth over adversarial engagements, similar to the sovereigntist policy of HawaiianDPG. Setrus also announced a comprehensive cabinet lineup, including notable figures such as [[GuyWithALife]] and Akeboun. His campaign emphasized practical solutions and rapid policy implementation, positioning him as a candidate focused on addressing long-standing issues. | ||
As the election approached, issues such as national security, economic development, and Cascadia's role on the global stage continued to dominate the political discourse, especially in relation to the Organization of Free Nations and the ongoing OFN-Entente War. | As the election approached, issues such as national security, economic development, and Cascadia's role on the global stage continued to dominate the political discourse, especially in relation to the Organization of Free Nations and the ongoing OFN-Entente War. | ||
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==Legislative election== | ==Legislative election== | ||
The '''March 2025 Cascadia legislative election''' was held to elect 15 members of the [[Cascadia House of Representatives|House of Representatives]] to the [[32nd Legislature of Cascadia]] for a one-month term from four multi-member constituencies using proportional representation. | {{Parliamentary election | ||
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|title1=March 2025 Cascadia legislative election | |||
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|dateofelection=March 16, 2025 | |||
|seatsup=All 15 seats in the [[Legislature of Cascadia|House of Representatives]] | |||
|needed=8 seats needed for a majority | |||
|turnout=60.00% | |||
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|party1=Nonpartisan | |||
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|percentage1=100.00 | |||
|seatswon1=15 | |||
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|officer=[[Speaker of the Cascadia House of Representatives|Speaker]] | |||
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|previous=[[February 2025 Cascadia general election#Legislative election|Feb 2025]] | |||
|next=[[April 2025 Cascadia general election#Legislative election|April 2025]] | |||
}}The '''March 2025 Cascadia legislative election''' was held to elect 15 members of the [[Cascadia House of Representatives|House of Representatives]] to the [[32nd Legislature of Cascadia]] for a one-month term from four multi-member constituencies using proportional representation. | |||
==== Apportionment ==== | ==== Apportionment ==== | ||
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|officer=[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representatives]] | |officer=[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representatives]] | ||
|old=[[Akeboun]]<br>[[Paradox_1080]]<br>Explosivefirewk<br>Elim_Bessus | |old=[[Akeboun]]<br>[[Paradox_1080]]<br>Explosivefirewk<br>Elim_Bessus | ||
|new=Akeboun<br>Xultimate<br>Explosivefirewk<br>GuyWithALife<br>_weirdguy | |new=Akeboun<br>Xultimate<br>Explosivefirewk<br>[[GuyWithALife]]<br>_weirdguy | ||
|previous=[[February 2025 Cascadia general election|Feb 2025]] | |previous=[[February 2025 Cascadia general election|Feb 2025]] | ||
|next=[[April 2025 Cascadia general election|April 2025]] | |next=[[April 2025 Cascadia general election|April 2025]] | ||
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Elim_Bessus, Explosivefirewk, and Akeboun sought re-election, along with five others. | Elim_Bessus, Explosivefirewk, and Akeboun sought re-election, along with five others. | ||
Newcomer Xultimate topped the poll. GuyWithALife, who was first elected in this election, was appointed as [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] by the incoming President HawaiianDPG. | Newcomer Xultimate topped the poll. [[GuyWithALife]], who was first elected in this election, was appointed as [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] by the incoming President HawaiianDPG. | ||
====Declared candidates==== | ====Declared candidates==== | ||
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*GuyWithALife, Advisor to the President, Mayor of Spokane. | *[[GuyWithALife]], Advisor to the President, Mayor of Spokane. | ||
*Xultimate, Mayor of Newport. | *Xultimate, Mayor of Newport. | ||
*_Weirdguy, Mayor of Neihart | *_Weirdguy, Mayor of Neihart | ||
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====Campaign==== | ====Campaign==== | ||
The campaign was largely characterized by the high levels of Baltic immigration to the Spokane metropolitan area, changing the demographics of the district. Many of these Baltic immigrants ran for election to the House, such as MMMeslina, GuyWithALife, and Xultimate. This sparked backlash by some in the Frontier, leading to a polarized house election in the Frontier between the nativist so-called "Frontier Coalition" and the | The campaign was largely characterized by the high levels of Baltic immigration to the Spokane metropolitan area, changing the demographics of the district. Many of these Baltic immigrants ran for election to the House, such as MMMeslina, [[GuyWithALife]], and Xultimate. This sparked backlash by some in the Frontier, leading to a polarized house election in the Frontier between the nativist so-called "Frontier Coalition" and the Baltic candidates under the banner of "Loyal Servants of Cascadia". Akeboun and Capitanfra did not campaign with the blocs, but were considered widely to be affiliated. ColtonSuperGame did not make a public affiliation. | ||
====Results==== | ====Results==== | ||
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|'''Loyal Servants''' | |'''Loyal Servants''' | ||
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* Shadowcipher, Former Speaker of the House ''(Jan - Feb 2025)'', Candidate in Metropolitan | * Shadowcipher, Former Speaker of the House ''(Jan - Feb 2025)'', Candidate in Metropolitan | ||
* GuyWithALife, Mayor of Spokane, Candidate in Frontier | * [[GuyWithALife]], Mayor of Spokane, Candidate in Frontier | ||
* Xultimate, Mayor of Newport, Candidate in Frontier | * Xultimate, Mayor of Newport, Candidate in Frontier | ||