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Ray of hope for Harvian politics[]The first two months of Harvian history did not bode well, but it now seems the young nation is finally beginning to adjust to the euphoria of independence. Conservative politicians have been working to propose a constitution to the Senate which has been supported by politicians across the political spectrum. In contrast to the pessimistic mood of previous weeks, the Estates Members seem optimistic and relieved, Senator Villanova greeting the proposal with joyous cries of "Yes! Yes!" Ominously, however, Prime Minister Adams has not offered his opinion on the proposal. Semyon Breyev, the main author, apologised for the rough and ready style of the new constitution, "Currently all Harvians need to work together to build our new state. The details can be fine-tuned later." Profound sentiments no doubt, but it remains to be seen if Mr. Breyev will be saying the same after the hurly-burly of elections. He has reason to be worried. Although the HCU-SP coalition at first seemed to dominate the Senate, only two Christian politicians remain active, Mr. Breyev and Vlad Negresco. We should try and enjoy this possibly only brief thaw. Meanwhile, for both the left and right, the political future looks uncertain. Senate reaches impasse[]The Provisional Government seems close to collapse. Proposals continue to be bitterly wrangled over between the dissenting political movements, and the situation is made worse by the slow process of decision making. While the conservatives technically hold the upper hand by sheer weight of numbers, they are severely weakened by their members' lack of participation. This is very likely due to the fact that many Harvian politicians are also active in Lovian politics; however, the Coalition is also handicapped by its members lack of real power. Power is concentrated in the hands of socialist politicians, Prime Minister George Adams and his assistant Harry Walton. Unsurpisingly, these tensions have polarised Harvian politics. Conservatives condemn the 'undemocratic' socialist government, while socialists are becoming increasingly irritated at what they see as the conservatives' whining. The Harvian public itself is calling for elections, being distressed at the fact that the Provisional Government still has not resigned in favour of a more democratic one. Yet until the politicians can agree to co-operate, such a vision seems unlikely. EDIT THIS SECTION |
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