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! colspan="2" | Presidential candidate !!Political office(s)
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|[[HawaiianDPG]]
|[[HawaiianDPG]]
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|22nd [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(since Feb 2025)''</font><br>12th [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] <font size="0.9px">''(Jan - Feb 2025)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Metropolitan <font size="0.9px">''(since Jan 2025)''</font><br>[[Olympia|Olympia City Executive]] <font size="0.9px">''(since Nov 2024)''</font>
|22nd [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(since Feb 2025)''</font><br>12th [[Secretary of State of Cascadia|Secretary of State]] <font size="0.9px">''(Jan - Feb 2025)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Metropolitan <font size="0.9px">''(since Jan 2025)''</font><br>[[Olympia|Olympia City Executive]] <font size="0.9px">''(since Nov 2024)''</font>
|[[File:SergioTheCrafter.png|100x100px]]
|[[SergioTheCrafter]]
|[[SergioTheCrafter]]
|''Make Cascadia Great Again''<br>''Build, Baby, Build!''
|''Make Cascadia Great Again''<br>''Build, Baby, Build!''
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|Capitanfra
|Capitanfra
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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>
|[[File:GuyWithALife.png|100x100px]]
|GuyWithALife
|GuyWithALife
|''It's Time to Bring Cascadia to the Top''
|''It's Time to Bring Cascadia to the Top''
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|[[Xeocas]]
|[[Xeocas]]
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|21st [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(Jan - Feb 2025)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Southern <font size="0.9px">''(Dec 2024 - Feb 2025)''</font><br>Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki <font size="0.9px">''(Feb - Mar 2025)''</font>
|21st [[Vice President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(Jan - Feb 2025)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Southern <font size="0.9px">''(Dec 2024 - Feb 2025)''</font><br>Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki <font size="0.9px">''(Feb - Mar 2025)''</font>
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|shadowcipher
|shadowcipher
|''Respect, Protect, Sustain''
|''Respect, Protect, Sustain''
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|[[Setrus]]
|[[Setrus]]
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|7th [[President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(May - June 2023, Dec 2023 - Mar 2024, July - Aug 2024)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Metropolitan <font size="0.9px">''(since August 2024)''</font>Mayor of Astoria
|7th [[President of Cascadia]] <font size="0.9px">''(May - June 2023, Dec 2023 - Mar 2024, July - Aug 2024)''</font><br>[[Legislature of Cascadia|Representative]] for Metropolitan <font size="0.9px">''(since August 2024)''</font>Mayor of Astoria
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|[[Moxie|Moxicodone]]
|[[Moxie|Moxicodone]]
|''Time for Change, and I'm Not Talking about Daylight Savings''
|''Time for Change, and I'm Not Talking about Daylight Savings''
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====Background====
====Background====
[[File:Farosh.png|thumb|194x194px|[[Farosh_]] ''(pictured)'' has been 19th President of Cascadia since January 2025.]]
The February 2025 general election saw President Farosh re-elected to a second term with HawaiianDPG as his running mate. The ticket received 73.3% of the vote. HawaiianDPG, who previously served as Secretary of State in Farosh's first cabinet, replaced Xeocas on the ticket due to Xeocas's intention to move to Havaiki, an ally of Cascadia within the Organization of Free Nations.
The February 2025 general election saw President Farosh re-elected to a second term with HawaiianDPG as his running mate. The ticket received 73.3% of the vote. HawaiianDPG, who previously served as Secretary of State in Farosh's first cabinet, replaced Xeocas on the ticket due to Xeocas's intention to move to Havaiki, an ally of Cascadia within the Organization of Free Nations.


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During this term, the Northern region of Cascadia saw increasing encroachment by [[Aurora:Alaska|Alaska]], leading to many Cascadians to see "protection of the Great North" as a key political issue.
During this term, the Northern region of Cascadia saw increasing encroachment by [[Aurora:Alaska|Alaska]], leading to many Cascadians to see "protection of the Great North" as a key political issue.
 
[[File:IllinoisVTpeace.webp|thumb|336x336px|Vermont makes peace with Illinois.]]
The term was also shadowed by the continuation of the OFN-Entente War, in which Cascadia was at war with Australia, Illinois, and California, known as the Entente. Following the election of Texan King Bill "Rocky" Moor as President of Vermont on March 1st, Vermont began the process of incorporating Texas into their federation, contributing to a solidification of Vermont hegemony over the Eastern United States, altering the balance of power within the Organization of Free Nations.
The term was also shadowed by the continuation of the OFN-Entente War, in which Cascadia was at war with Australia, Illinois, and California, known as the Entente. Following the election of Texan King Bill "Rocky" Moor as President of Vermont on March 1st, Vermont began the process of incorporating Texas into their federation, contributing to a solidification of Vermont hegemony over the Eastern United States, altering the balance of power within the Organization of Free Nations.


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====Immigration====
====Immigration====
[[File:Vote Baltic Gang.webp|thumb|222x222px|Campaign poster supporting Baltic-Cascadian political candidates in the Frontier, a hotspot for Baltic immigration.]]
The election is taking 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 is taking 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.


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====Timeline ====
====Timeline ====
[[File:Build Baby Build.webp|thumb|262x262px|HawaiianDPG "Build, Baby, Build" Ad]]
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 is running on a platform focused on infrastructure development and economic growth. His "Project Cascadia" plan includes 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 has 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 is running on a platform focused on infrastructure development and economic growth. His "Project Cascadia" plan includes 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 has 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 announced 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 announced 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]]
Xeocas, who recently served as Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki and had just returned back to Cascadia just days prior, registered for the presidential election on March 8th. He presented a plan focusing on enhancing community engagement, improving the recruitment pipeline for new citizens, developing infrastructure projects, and strengthening home affairs and defense capabilities.
Xeocas, who recently served as Deputy Prime Minister of Havaiki and had just returned back to Cascadia just days prior, registered for the presidential election on March 8th. He presented a plan focusing 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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====Differences and Controversies====
====Differences and Controversies====
The 2025 Cascadian Presidential Election has been marked by notable conflicts and differences among the three main candidates—Vice President Hawaiian, former Vice President Capitanfra, and Xeocas. These disputes have centered on policy priorities, legislative records, and personal controversies, creating a highly competitive and contentious campaign atmosphere.
The 2025 Cascadian Presidential Election has been marked by notable conflicts and differences among the three main candidates—Vice President Hawaiian, former Vice President Capitanfra, and Xeocas. These disputes have centered on policy priorities, legislative records, and personal controversies, creating a highly competitive and contentious campaign atmosphere.
 
[[File:HawaiianMCGA.webp|thumb|262x262px|HawaiianDPG Campaign Poster criticizing Capitanfra and Xeocas.]]
Hawaiian’s platform focuses on infrastructure development and strengthening Cascadia’s sovereignty, contrasting with Capitanfra’s emphasis on recruitment programs, territorial expansion, further integration with other North American States and global communities, and weekly events. Hawaiian has emphasized his continuous service to Cascadia as a key differentiator from Capitanfra, who has faced criticism for his recent tenure outside the nation and his involvement in a legal controversy. Capitanfra supported the legal challenge of Shadowcipher, a former Speaker accused of treason by critics for illegally selling the government asset of the USA Trade Possession to Mexico. This controversy has raised questions about Capitanfra’s judgment and loyalty to Cascadia, specifically by Attorney General Akeboun, who endorsed Hawaiian on March 10th following an argument with Capitanfra over Capitanfra's involvement in the USA Affair.  
Hawaiian’s platform focuses on infrastructure development and strengthening Cascadia’s sovereignty, contrasting with Capitanfra’s emphasis on recruitment programs, territorial expansion, further integration with other North American States and global communities, and weekly events. Hawaiian has emphasized his continuous service to Cascadia as a key differentiator from Capitanfra, who has faced criticism for his recent tenure outside the nation and his involvement in a legal controversy. Capitanfra supported the legal challenge of Shadowcipher, a former Speaker accused of treason by critics for illegally selling the government asset of the USA Trade Possession to Mexico. This controversy has raised questions about Capitanfra’s judgment and loyalty to Cascadia, specifically by Attorney General Akeboun, who endorsed Hawaiian on March 10th following an argument with Capitanfra over Capitanfra's involvement in the USA Affair.  


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No boundary changes were made to the Frontier constituency, however significant portions of the Great Plains had been incorporated under Cascadian jurisdiction since the previous election, which were placed into the Frontier constituency.
No boundary changes were made to the Frontier constituency, however significant portions of the Great Plains had been incorporated under Cascadian jurisdiction since the previous election, which were placed into the Frontier constituency.


Elim_Bessus and Akeboun are seeking re-election, along with six others.
Elim_Bessus, Explosivefirewk, and Akeboun are seeking re-election, along with six others.


====Declared candidates====
====Declared candidates====
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*Akeboun, sitting Attorney General, former Speaker, President, Vice President, Public Advocate, and Defense Secretary. Elected December 2023.
*Akeboun, sitting Attorney General, former Speaker, President, Vice President, Public Advocate, and Defense Secretary. Elected December 2023.
*Elim_Bessus, Mayor of Hampshire. Elected February 2025.
*Elim_Bessus, Mayor of Hampshire. Elected February 2025.
*Explosivefirewk, Mayor of New Havana, elected in February 2025.


=====Former representatives=====  
=====Former representatives=====  
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====Incumbents with no campaign announcement====
====Incumbents with no campaign announcement====


*Explosivefirewk, Mayor of New Havana, elected in February 2025.
*Paradox_1080, Mayor of Spokane-Bend, elected in December 2024.
*Paradox_1080, Mayor of Spokane-Bend, elected in December 2024.


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*'''Farosh_''' of Fresno, 19th President of Cascadia (January 2025 – ''incumbent'') ''(did not endorse)''
*'''Farosh_''' of Fresno, 19th President of Cascadia (January 2025 – ''incumbent'') ''(did not endorse)''
[[File:MakMCGA.webp|thumb|NotMakarov Campaign Poster]]


=== Endorsements===
=== Endorsements===