Fiction:Farengeto 2800 Elections

"In the past few years we've gone from promoters of peace to expansionist warmongers. Our dream of peace can finally become a reality. We must not abandon the principles upon which the Republic was founded!"

- Councillor Unaria Harenia, former Chancellor

"Farengeto has never been grander. We've brought thousands of worlds into our empire, revolutionized transwarp and turned Farengeto into one of the foremost powers of the sector."

- Chancellor Ardev Rakavaz

"The Republic still has unused potential. We have the greatest economy on this side of the sector, one of the largest and most diverse empires in Katar, and we are in the midst of a technological revolution with the secrets of the hyperdrive literally next door. We have this power, now it's up to us to use it and make the name Farengeto last forever."

- Senator Eruran Tekar

The 8 FUC Farengeto Elections were held on April 20th, 2800 to determine the 5th Farengeto Assembly. The integration of new regions into Farengeto changed the political landscape, as new parties rose and others fell. The race for Chancellor was led by former Chancellor Unaria Harenia, Chancellor Ardev Rakavaz, and Senator Eruran Tekar.

Election Season
Excerpt from Farengeto News International, Janurary 12th, 2800

"With campaigns well underway, we're seeing huge shifts in the political landscape already.

"With the integration of the Ezlangei and Gargator over the last term we are seeing drastic shift and regional power, displaced by regional parties. While some are merely continuations of previous factions, the most prominent are nationalist parties seeking greater political autonomy or even independence. The Gargator are a particular example here, with radical Spodist groups demanding freedom for their genocidal philosophy. Traditional ideological factions, such as conservatives, have merged and bolstered their ranks."

"The race for the Chancellor spot on the council is tight. Three major candidates are leading the polls so far.

"Firstly we have the incumbent Chancellor Ardev Rakavaz. His popularity is at a new low, facing heavy criticism over the expansionism and imperialism under his administration.

"Secondly we have his predecessor, Councillor Unaria Harenia. Once again she is running on a policy promoting peace, and has been gaining support as the Republic's expansion increased last term. Opposition remains the same as last term, focusing on her idealism and the failure of diplomacy in her chaotic final term.

"The third candidate is an unexpected one: Senator Eruran Tekar, CEO of Tekar Binary and the "father" of TekNet and FINIS. His initial election two terms ago was initially regarded as riding on his popularity, but he has since proven himself a competent politican in his own right.

"All three leading candidates are showing a strong support, but the level of support varies significantly between regions. Unaria shows strong support in the former Unatri Republic and across the colonies, while Rakavaz's is almost entirely in the core worlds with minimal support in the Gargator territory. Tekar shows a more balanced support primarily in the core worlds and Farengeto Occupation Zone, with many further supporters in the Ezlangei territory.

"It's still too early to tell this race, but it's clear that each has a drastically different path for this Republic. All three candidates are expected to be elected to their species respective council positions.

"While Councillor Lagenta still maintains strong support, Admiral Tekari has been making huge gains in polls for the Garenti's seat despite his often controversial military actions including the usage of F.L.E.I.J.A. warheads and the misfire which destroyed the Gargator homeworld.

"In addition to the Farengeto Occupation Zone seat added last term we are seeing three new seats added to reflect the new territories of the Republic. Both occupation zones and the Ezlangei are divided between nationalist and federalist candidates, while the Gargator continue to rally behind theocratic nationalists. Whatever happens, we can expect massive shifts in the balance of power here in Farengeto."