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Community => General Discussion => Topic started by: Gamefreak on November 08, 2007, 02:09:46 PM

Title: An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 08, 2007, 02:09:46 PM
In 2009, I will be running for my city's City Council.  

I'll be using 2008 as a planning year to gather information, raise funds, and other political what-not for my campaign.

My first goal is to establish a base of support in the Juniors, Seniors, and teachers at my school to convince them that I'm electable.

I might also have the American Legion vote handy, since I'm on very good terms with them politically and personally.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: darkphantomime on November 08, 2007, 02:19:15 PM
Wait, wait, wait... What about College? I think running on a city council and being at college can get... err... iffy.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 08, 2007, 02:20:17 PM
Considering that this is in the General Discussion board, there's a very good chance that you're serious.  But then again, in 2009, you should be around 19, 20 years old, and that seems a bit young to be running for a public office.

Gah!  Should I be joking around or should I be serious?! D:
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 08, 2007, 02:22:29 PM
You can joke around or be serious if you want.  I'm serious.  I know that much.

We just had a local 18 year old win President of the School Board in a neighboring city.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 08, 2007, 02:39:51 PM
Oh, well, I could never do stuff like that because I am not that organized but either way, that sounds pretty cool.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Commodore Axilon on November 08, 2007, 02:47:32 PM
Yeah, like we need more Republicans in politics. :P

But, yeah, good luck, I suppose. Though a city councilman without a college degree is unheard of! (http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p55/Commodore_Axilon/Forum%20Crap/monocle.gif)
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 08, 2007, 02:49:33 PM
That my friend is another reason why he is gamefreak. lol
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: MagmarFire on November 08, 2007, 04:20:56 PM
Good luck, Gamefreak! And when you win, I hope you don't forget about us!!!! ;)
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 08, 2007, 04:22:23 PM
Yea, you better not be like jack and leave us.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 08, 2007, 04:23:31 PM
Don't accuse Jack of anything.  I'm sure his reasons were good.  Anyways, don't think badly of him.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 08, 2007, 04:26:55 PM
I wasn't accusing him, I was just sayin don't do what he did and leave us, I know he had a reason, but yea, don't leave us, if we're still around by then, which I am sure we will be.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Zoratunic on November 08, 2007, 04:48:49 PM
Dude, that's awesome! Hope you do well!
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 08, 2007, 05:44:30 PM
Quote from: Skull Kid on November 08, 2007, 04:26:55 PM
I wasn't accusing him, I was just sayin don't do what he did and leave us, I know he had a reason, but yea, don't leave us, if we're still around by then, which I am sure we will be.
Don't even ask Gamefreak not to leave.  If his life becomes so busy that he can longer visit TDC, then it's going to happen, whether he (or you or anyone else) likes it or not.  It may be sad, but what do you expect?  If he gets elected, he's going to be entering a public office, and his job is going to have to take priority.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 08, 2007, 05:47:29 PM
yea, but I hope he doesn't get to busy to where he leaves.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 08, 2007, 06:00:58 PM
Well, reading up on the position(which I should have done in the first place), meeting only take place twice a month at 8:00 pm.  So, as far as I know, it won't eat up to much time.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: JDog on November 09, 2007, 08:26:06 AM
Well, thats good then, I hope you have fun doing what it is your doing lol
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 11, 2007, 06:01:06 PM
I finally came up with a campaign theme today.

The power of youth!
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Keaton on November 11, 2007, 06:02:01 PM
Nice.  If I had one, it'd "Behold, the power of cheese."
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 11, 2007, 06:04:54 PM
Mine would be something like "I live in my own little world...but it's okay, they know me there!"

Not very inspiring, is it?
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 11, 2007, 06:07:28 PM
The thing that worries me the most about this campaign, is that I'm going against people who have been politicians longer than I've lived.  It's a bit unsettling.  But at the same time, I see it as a possible asset.  That the time has come for fresh ideas and new thoughts.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: MasterKeyX on November 12, 2007, 07:52:12 AM
Gamefreak, (or el presidente) I've always imagiend you to be a strong minded, yet level headed politician. You have a very... strong position... you have a personal connection to your views and you reiterate them quite well. So I say go for it!  ;D
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: DW on November 12, 2007, 09:32:58 AM
Out with the old, in with the new! And Zelda obsessed!
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: MagmarFire on November 12, 2007, 04:39:14 PM
Yes, don't forget about mentioning Zelda every so often, okay? Zelda fans everywhere (in Ohio?) would vote for you! :P
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 12, 2007, 04:40:10 PM
I'll use you as a write-in option come Election Day next year.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Keaton on November 12, 2007, 04:45:28 PM
Quote from: MagmarFire on November 12, 2007, 04:39:14 PM
Yes, don't forget about mentioning Zelda every so often, okay? Zelda fans everywhere (in Ohio?) would vote for you! :P

Don't be silly, they don't have Video Games in Ohio.

Or electricity, for that matter.  :P
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 12, 2007, 04:54:13 PM
Tis' true.  I'm using an Amish made computer to make this post.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Rev Rabies on November 12, 2007, 05:10:45 PM
Quote from: El Presidente Gamefreak on November 12, 2007, 04:54:13 PM
Tis' true.  I'm using an Amish made computer to make this post.

Hooray for us Ohioans and our George Washington grills!
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: DW on November 12, 2007, 05:22:41 PM
I'm tempted to call the law on Gamefreak's hamster abuse, but I suppose since it's his only way of using teh intrawebs...

Seriously though, you should put all of us at TDC in a position of power.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Keaton on November 12, 2007, 05:24:14 PM
I call being the man behind the curtain!  :D
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 12, 2007, 05:25:27 PM
I just want the British Isles.

Or are you not going to have the power to grant me a kingdom?
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Keaton on November 12, 2007, 05:27:33 PM
That comes later, HnS.  It's Ohio, then world.  Haven't you seen his agenda?
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 12, 2007, 05:28:26 PM
Nope.  I'm afraid the awesomeness would blind me.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 12, 2007, 05:31:44 PM
My agenda:

1. Oregon, Ohio
2. Ohio
3. U.S.A
4. World
5. ??
6. Profit
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: DW on November 12, 2007, 05:33:58 PM
I believe step 5 would be a vacation house in Chuck Norris' Beard.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Keaton on November 12, 2007, 05:35:38 PM
Chuck Norris has no chin, though.  Beneath Chuck Norris' bead lies but another fist.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 12, 2007, 05:36:51 PM
My eyes!  The sheer brilliance of this plan has blinded me!

Wait.  I looked directly into a light bulb.  Never mind.

Still, good agenda.  Start small and work your way up.

Hail Il Palazzo!
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: MasterKeyX on November 13, 2007, 05:38:24 PM
So if you take over the world, make sure to spare me. I don't want to fall to the flaming hands of death that will become Gamefreak.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Gamefreak on November 13, 2007, 05:40:37 PM
The (active) members of Desert Colossus will be given positions as diplomats for parts of the world.  

Sign up soon, key countries are filling up fast.
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: DW on November 13, 2007, 05:41:45 PM
VENEZUELA!

I hear it's lovely in the fall...
Title: Re:An announcement(about me)
Post by: Hi no Seijin on November 13, 2007, 05:55:25 PM
British Isles.  I hear it's lovely year round.