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I very much hope that we can see our way to starting tomorrow on time. And in that spirit, I am happy to finally declare that we have a quorum and call this session to order. First on today\u2019s docket is the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. I ask for unanimous consent for the vote on the motion to proceed. Is there any objection?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): Mr. Speaker?\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Senator Uto.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): Mr. Speaker, in light of the recent shameful attacks perpetrated against Imperator Costigan and out of respect to those involved, I move to postpone the pending vote until after we have had a chance to conclude the ongoing investigation into the occurrences of May 30th.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Point of clarification.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The chair recognizes Senator Glenn.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Would the honorable senator from Kiel care to explain why the recent horrific attack should impede this distinguished body voting on a trade initiative?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): I\u2019d be happy to. It seems highly likely by the timing of this attack that it was at least in part motivated by HuXa and in fact, could potentially be an attempt to influence this very issue. Until we understand the full scope of such implications, would it not be wise to allow prudence to carry the day?\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Let me see if I understand, Senator Uto. Because the atrocious actions taken against Imperator Costigan may have been designed to influence the vote on HuXa, you are suggesting that we delay said vote to prove that they in fact did have an influence?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): I object to your oversimplification.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): And I object to you trying to leverage fear and rumor-mongering into political gain.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): You have no right to stand there and \u2014\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): The fact is that we have no official report detailing the motives of these assailants. As far as we know they were as likely to be striking a blow for Terran independence as they were for \u2014\n\nSENATOR MIRA NGO (T \u2013 Terra \u2013 Terra Sys): That is outrageous. Where do you get off accusing Terra of \u2014\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Sorry, that was a poor example. I withdraw the statement. I simply meant to \u2014\n\n[ gavel banging ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Enough. I know things have been tense this past week, but that is no excuse for this lack of decorum. Now, I believe your point was clarified, Senator Glenn. Unless anyone else has anything to add, I move to close the discussion. All in favor of the motion to postpone?\n\n[ vote ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The nays carry it. Motion denied. Let us proceed. Senator McCain, as sponsor of the initiative, you have the floor.\n\nSENATOR WILL McCAIN (U \u2013 Cestulus \u2013 Davien Sys): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I ask for consent to grant speaking privileges to a special guest, Imperator Costigan.\n\n[ surprised murmurs ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Without objection.\n\nIMPERATOR COSTIGAN: I apologize for the theatrics involved in my appearance here today. I know it is traditional for an Imperator to more formally announce intent to speak to the Senate, as I did many weeks ago when I had the distinct pleasure of first introducing the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. However, my security team decided it was best for the time being if my schedule were kept a bit more under wraps, so I ask for your indulgence as I come before you.\n\nWhen Ambassador Coso first began the negotiations that would result in the drafting of this deal, it was with two specific goals in mind. The first was to help ensure the continued economic growth of the Empire through trade. The second was to help ensure the Empire\u2019s continued peace along our Xi\u2019an borders through improved economic relations. I firmly and unequivocally believe that the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative accomplishes both these aspirations and more.\n\nWe all know too well the cost of war. Right now as we speak, the brave men and women of our armed forces are nobly struggling to end the Vanduul threat, but not all threats we must face come from outside. Stagnation and close-mindedness are just as likely as any war to bring all we\u2019ve built to an end. Humanity saw what living in fear was like under the Messers and Humanity said no. When Senator Akari signed the Xi\u2019an peace treaty in 2789 it was a first step forward out of the darkness. Today, the UEE is ready to take the next. By expanding trade relations with the Xi\u2019an we will be expanding our potential not only economically, but as a people. But do not mistake moving forward as running ahead blindly. The Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative is a careful, measured step. Under this agreement, our Citizens\u2019 security remains not only intact, but strengthened thanks to the additional revenue estimated to be generated. Our Citizen\u2019s livelihoods will be equally protected, thanks to the fair and balanced terms of the agreement that will see us share growth and mutual prosperity with the Xi\u2019an. There\u2019s an old Earth aphorism that I keep going to, \u201ca rising tide lifts all boats.\u201d The time has come for our two cultures to stop holding each other back and instead raise each other higher than ever before.\n\nThank you all for allowing me this chance to speak. Our actions here today will help shape Humanity\u2019s future for centuries to come and I don\u2019t think it could be in better hands. I return the floor to you, Senator McCain.\n\nSENATOR WILL McCAIN (U \u2013 Cestulus \u2013 Davien Sys): Thank you, Imperator Costigan, for sharing your vision with us and for your fortitude in light of last week\u2019s savage attempt on your life. It is a stark reminder that while there is no denying that the Empire has a long history of violence, it is up to all of us to aspire to something greater. I implore you all to vote yes for the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. I yield the floor.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The Senator from Earth?\n\nSENATOR VICTOR SKOVIRA (C \u2013 Earth \u2013 Sol Sys): Thank you. Allow me to say that it is a pleasure to see you in this chamber once again, Imperator Costigan. My thoughts go to the families of those who lost their lives in the attack. Now, I don\u2019t want to waste everyone\u2019s time by rehashing the well-argued positions that have been put forth by my colleagues over the last several weeks, but I would be remiss if I did not remind all of you what it is that is at stake here today. With the Vanduul waging relentless war along our border, with merciless outlaws terrorizing innocent Citizens every day and, as we were reminded all too well last week, with assassins daring to strike at the very heart of our Empire, it is clear to me that our vigilance must never waiver if we wish to persevere.\n\nThe Xi\u2019an are not like us. They are the definition of alien. All of them \u2014 from their lowliest criminal to the head of their mightiest house \u2014 all work for the glory of Emperor Kr.\u0113 \u2014 the same glorious leader whose suspicions and distrust kept us on the brink of war for centuries. Are we to forget the lessons of the past just because some of us are distracted by the promise of a supposed bright, shiny future? While I agree that a position of peace with the Xi\u2019an is far stronger than one of aggression, I am not convinced that intertwining our economies is in our best interest. This so-called trade deal only trades one thing as far as I\u2019m concerned. It exchanges our security and our sovereignty for \u2026 well to be honest, I am not perfectly sure for what. Credits and economic growth is what they want you to think, but I fear that what we hope to gain is nothing compared to what we are posed to lose if HuXa passes. My vote is no. Mr. Speaker, I yield.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): If there are no further motions before the Senate?\n\nSENATOR RACHEL LESTER (T \u2013 Vann \u2013 Croshaw Sys): Mr. Speaker, I request a brief recess.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Very well, as I see we still have several stragglers arriving through security, fifteen minutes recess granted. The vote on Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative will proceed once we\u2019re back in session.\n\n[ gavel bang ]","de_DE":"UEE-Kongress (397)\n2947-06-06-06 SATZ\n\nSession AutoScript\nGepr\u00fcft und zugelassen - Archivar Yates (#57573BDF)\n\n2947-06-06-06_15:21 - Sitzung beginnt\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Meine Damen und Herren, jetzt, da die Mehrheit von Ihnen endlich hier ist, m\u00f6chte ich zun\u00e4chst sagen, dass ich zwar verstehe, dass die zus\u00e4tzlichen Sicherheitsma\u00dfnahmen zwar l\u00e4nger dauern, aber es von Vorteil w\u00e4re, wenn Sie alle Ihren Zeitplan so anpassen k\u00f6nnten, dass er fr\u00fcher eintrifft, anstatt davon auszugehen, dass die Sitzung verl\u00e4ngert wird, um versp\u00e4tete Ank\u00fcnfte aufzunehmen. Ich hoffe sehr, dass wir unseren Weg zum p\u00fcnktlichen Start morgen finden werden. Und in diesem Sinne freue ich mich, endlich die Beschlussf\u00e4higkeit zu erkl\u00e4ren und diese Sitzung zur Ordnung zu bringen. Auf dem Programm steht heute zun\u00e4chst die Human-Xi'an Trade Initiative. Ich bitte um einstimmige Zustimmung f\u00fcr die Abstimmung \u00fcber den Antrag. Gibt es einen Einwand?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C - Severus - Kiel Sys): Mr. Speaker?\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Senator Uto.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C - Severus - Kiel Sys): Herr Pr\u00e4sident, angesichts der j\u00fcngsten sch\u00e4ndlichen Angriffe auf Imperator Costigan und aus Respekt vor den Beteiligten beantrage ich, die anstehende Abstimmung auf den Zeitpunkt zu verschieben, zu dem wir die laufende Untersuchung der Ereignisse vom 30. Mai abschlie\u00dfen konnten.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Punkt der Kl\u00e4rung.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Der Vorsitz wird von Senator Glenn wahrgenommen.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Danke, Herr Pr\u00e4sident. W\u00fcrde es den ehrenwerten Kieler Senator k\u00fcmmern, zu erkl\u00e4ren, warum der j\u00fcngste schreckliche Angriff dieses angesehene Gremium bei der Abstimmung \u00fcber eine Handelsinitiative behindern sollte?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C - Severus - Kiel Sys): Das w\u00fcrde ich gerne. Durch den Zeitpunkt dieses Angriffs scheint es sehr wahrscheinlich, dass er zumindest teilweise von HuXa motiviert war und tats\u00e4chlich ein Versuch sein k\u00f6nnte, genau dieses Thema zu beeinflussen. W\u00e4re es nicht klug, die Vorsicht den Tag \u00fcber in Anspruch zu nehmen, solange wir nicht das volle Ausma\u00df dieser Auswirkungen verstehen?\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Lassen Sie mich sehen, ob ich das verstehe, Senator Uto. Da die schrecklichen Aktionen gegen Imperator Costigan m\u00f6glicherweise dazu bestimmt waren, die Abstimmung \u00fcber HuXa zu beeinflussen, schlagen Sie vor, dass wir diese Abstimmung verz\u00f6gern, um zu beweisen, dass sie tats\u00e4chlich einen Einfluss hatten?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C - Severus - Kiel Sys): Ich erhebe Einspruch gegen Ihre \u00fcberm\u00e4\u00dfige Vereinfachung.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Und ich erhebe Einspruch dagegen, dass Sie versuchen, Angst und Ger\u00fcchte zu politischem Vorteil zu nutzen.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C - Severus - Kiel Sys): Du hast kein Recht, da zu stehen und -\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Tatsache ist, dass wir keinen offiziellen Bericht haben, in dem die Motive dieser Angreifer aufgef\u00fchrt sind. Soweit wir wissen, haben sie wahrscheinlich einen Schlag f\u00fcr die Unabh\u00e4ngigkeit Terranas versetzt, ebenso wie f\u00fcr -\n\nSENATOR MIRA NGO (T - Terra - Terra - Terra Sys): Das ist ungeheuerlich. Wie kommst du dazu, Terra zu beschuldigen, -\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U - Saisei - Centauri Sys): Tut mir leid, das war ein schlechtes Beispiel. Ich ziehe die Aussage zur\u00fcck. Ich wollte nur -\n\n[ Hammerklopfen]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Genug. Ich wei\u00df, dass die Dinge in der letzten Woche angespannt waren, aber das ist keine Entschuldigung f\u00fcr diesen Mangel an Anstand. Nun, ich glaube, Ihr Standpunkt wurde gekl\u00e4rt, Senator Glenn. Sofern niemand anderes etwas hinzuzuf\u00fcgen hat, schlage ich vor, die Diskussion abzuschlie\u00dfen. Alle, die f\u00fcr den Antrag auf Vertagung sind?\n\n[ Abstimmung ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Die Nays tragen es. Antrag abgelehnt. Lasst uns fortfahren. Senator McCain, als Sponsor der Initiative, haben Sie das Wort.\n\nDer Senator wird McCAIN (U - Cestulus - Davien Sys): Danke, Herr Pr\u00e4sident. Ich bitte um Zustimmung, einem besonderen Gast, Imperator Costigan, das Rederecht zu gew\u00e4hren.\n\n[ \u00fcberrascht murmelt]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Ohne Widerspruch.\n\nIMPERATOR COSTIGAN: Ich entschuldige mich f\u00fcr die Theatralik, die mit meinem heutigen Auftritt verbunden ist. Ich wei\u00df, dass es traditionell ist, dass ein Importeur die Absicht, mit dem Senat zu sprechen, formeller bekannt gibt, wie ich es vor vielen Wochen tat, als ich das besondere Vergn\u00fcgen hatte, die Human-Xi'an Handelsinitiative zum ersten Mal einzuf\u00fchren. Mein Sicherheitsteam entschied jedoch, dass es vorerst am besten w\u00e4re, wenn mein Zeitplan etwas mehr unter Verschluss gehalten w\u00fcrde, also bitte ich Sie um Nachsicht, wenn ich vor Ihnen komme.\n\nAls Botschafter Coso zum ersten Mal mit den Verhandlungen begann, die zur Ausarbeitung dieses Abkommens f\u00fchren sollten, hatte er zwei konkrete Ziele vor Augen. Die erste bestand darin, durch Handel das weitere Wirtschaftswachstum des Imperiums zu sichern. Das zweite war, durch verbesserte Wirtschaftsbeziehungen dazu beizutragen, dass der Frieden des Imperiums an unseren Grenzen in Xi'an erhalten bleibt. Ich bin fest und unmissverst\u00e4ndlich davon \u00fcberzeugt, dass die Human-Xi'an Handelsinitiative sowohl diese Ziele als auch mehr erreicht.\n\nWir alle kennen die Kosten des Krieges zu gut. Im Moment k\u00e4mpfen die tapferen M\u00e4nner und Frauen unserer Streitkr\u00e4fte edel darum, die Vanduul-Bedrohung zu beenden, aber nicht alle Bedrohungen, denen wir ausgesetzt sind, kommen von au\u00dfen. Stagnation und Engstirnigkeit sind genauso wahrscheinlich wie jeder Krieg, um alles zu beenden, was wir aufgebaut haben. Die Menschheit sah, wie das Leben in Angst unter den Messern war, und die Menschheit sagte nein. Als Senator Akari 2789 den Friedensvertrag von Xi'an unterzeichnete, war dies ein erster Schritt nach vorne aus der Dunkelheit. Heute ist die UEE bereit, die n\u00e4chste zu nehmen. Durch den Ausbau der Handelsbeziehungen mit dem Xi'an werden wir unser Potenzial nicht nur wirtschaftlich, sondern auch als Menschen erweitern. Aber verwechseln Sie nicht das Vorw\u00e4rtskommen mit dem blinden Vorlaufen. Die Human-Xi'an Handelsinitiative ist ein sorgf\u00e4ltiger, ma\u00dfvoller Schritt. Im Rahmen dieser Vereinbarung bleibt die Sicherheit unserer B\u00fcrger nicht nur intakt, sondern wird auch durch die gesch\u00e4tzten zus\u00e4tzlichen Einnahmen gest\u00e4rkt. Die Lebensgrundlagen unserer B\u00fcrger werden dank der fairen und ausgewogenen Bedingungen des Abkommens, das uns Wachstum und gegenseitigen Wohlstand mit den Xi'an teilen l\u00e4sst, gleicherma\u00dfen gesch\u00fctzt. Es gibt einen alten Erd-Aphorismus, den ich immer wieder anspreche, \"eine steigende Flut hebt alle Boote.\" Es ist an der Zeit, dass unsere beiden Kulturen aufh\u00f6ren, sich gegenseitig zur\u00fcckzuhalten und sich stattdessen h\u00f6her als je zuvor erheben.\n\nIch danke Ihnen allen, dass Sie mir diese Gelegenheit gegeben haben, zu sprechen. Unser heutiges Handeln wird dazu beitragen, die Zukunft der Menschheit f\u00fcr die kommenden Jahrhunderte zu gestalten, und ich glaube nicht, dass sie in besseren H\u00e4nden sein k\u00f6nnte. Ich gebe Ihnen das Wort zur\u00fcck, Senator McCain.\n\nDer Senator wird McCAIN (U - Cestulus - Davien Sys): Vielen Dank, Imperator Costigan, dass Sie Ihre Vision mit uns geteilt haben und f\u00fcr Ihre St\u00e4rke im Hinblick auf den brutalen Anschlag auf Ihr Leben letzte Woche. Es ist eine deutliche Erinnerung daran, dass es zwar nicht zu leugnen ist, dass das Imperium eine lange Geschichte der Gewalt hat, es aber an uns allen liegt, nach etwas Gr\u00f6\u00dferem zu streben. Ich bitte Sie alle, f\u00fcr die Handelsinitiative Human-Xi'an zu stimmen. Ich gebe das Wort ab.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Der Senator von der Erde?\n\nSenator VICTOR SKOVIRA (C - Erde - Sol Sys): Ich danke dir. Gestatten Sie mir zu sagen, dass es eine Freude ist, Sie, Imperator Costigan, wieder in diesem Saal zu sehen. Meine Gedanken gehen an die Familien derer, die bei dem Angriff ihr Leben verloren haben. Nun, ich m\u00f6chte nicht alle Zeit damit verschwenden, die gut begr\u00fcndeten Positionen, die von meinen Kollegen in den letzten Wochen vertreten wurden, wieder aufzugreifen, aber ich w\u00e4re nachl\u00e4ssig, wenn ich nicht alle von euch daran erinnern w\u00fcrde, worum es hier heute geht. Angesichts des unerbittlichen Krieges der Vanduul an unserer Grenze, der gnadenlosen Gesetzlosen, die jeden Tag unschuldige B\u00fcrger terrorisieren, und, wie uns letzte Woche nur allzu gut in Erinnerung gerufen wurde, der Attent\u00e4ter, die es wagten, mitten in unserem Reich zuzuschlagen, ist mir klar, dass unsere Wachsamkeit niemals aufgeben darf, wenn wir weitermachen wollen.\n\nDie Xi'an sind nicht wie wir. Sie sind die Definition von Alien. Alle - von ihrem niedertr\u00e4chtigsten Verbrecher bis zum Kopf ihres m\u00e4chtigsten Hauses - arbeiten alle f\u00fcr die Herrlichkeit von Kaiser Kr.\u0113 - dem gleichen glorreichen F\u00fchrer, dessen Misstrauen und Misstrauen uns jahrhundertelang am Rande des Krieges hielt. Sollen wir die Lehren der Vergangenheit vergessen, nur weil einige von uns durch das Versprechen einer vermeintlich strahlenden, gl\u00e4nzenden Zukunft abgelenkt sind? Ich stimme zwar zu, dass eine Friedensposition mit den Xi'an viel st\u00e4rker ist als eine Position der Aggression, aber ich bin nicht davon \u00fcberzeugt, dass die Verflechtung unserer Volkswirtschaften in unserem besten Interesse liegt. Dieses so genannte Handelsabkommen handelt f\u00fcr mich nur eines. Sie tauscht unsere Sicherheit und unsere Souver\u00e4nit\u00e4t gegen.... um ehrlich zu sein, ich bin mir nicht ganz sicher, wof\u00fcr. Kredite und Wirtschaftswachstum sind das, was sie wollen, dass man denkt, aber ich f\u00fcrchte, dass das, was wir zu gewinnen hoffen, nichts ist im Vergleich zu dem, was wir verlieren sollen, wenn HuXa besteht. Meine Stimme ist nein. Herr Pr\u00e4sident, ich ergebe mich.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Wenn es keine weiteren Antr\u00e4ge vor dem Senat gibt?\n\nSENATOR RACHEL LESTER (T - Vann - Croshaw Sys): Herr Pr\u00e4sident, ich bitte um eine kurze Unterbrechung.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U - Borea - Magnus Sys): Nun gut, wie ich sehe, haben wir immer noch mehrere Nachz\u00fcgler, die durch die Sicherheitskontrolle kommen, f\u00fcnfzehn Minuten Pause gew\u00e4hrt. Die Abstimmung \u00fcber die Human-Xi'an Handelsinitiative wird fortgesetzt, sobald wir wieder in der Sitzung sind.\n\n[ Hammerknall]","zh_CN":"UEE Congress (397)\n2947-06-06 SET\n\nSession AutoScript\nProofed and Admitted \u2013 Archivist Yates (#57573BDF)\n\n2947-06-06_15:21 \u2013 Session Begins\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Ladies and Gentlemen, now that the majority of you are finally here, let me start by saying that while I certainly understand the additional security measures take longer to navigate, it would be beneficial if all of you could adjust your schedule to arrive earlier rather than to presume that the session will be extended to accommodate any late arrivals. I very much hope that we can see our way to starting tomorrow on time. And in that spirit, I am happy to finally declare that we have a quorum and call this session to order. First on today\u2019s docket is the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. I ask for unanimous consent for the vote on the motion to proceed. Is there any objection?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): Mr. Speaker?\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Senator Uto.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): Mr. Speaker, in light of the recent shameful attacks perpetrated against Imperator Costigan and out of respect to those involved, I move to postpone the pending vote until after we have had a chance to conclude the ongoing investigation into the occurrences of May 30th.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Point of clarification.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The chair recognizes Senator Glenn.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Would the honorable senator from Kiel care to explain why the recent horrific attack should impede this distinguished body voting on a trade initiative?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): I\u2019d be happy to. It seems highly likely by the timing of this attack that it was at least in part motivated by HuXa and in fact, could potentially be an attempt to influence this very issue. Until we understand the full scope of such implications, would it not be wise to allow prudence to carry the day?\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Let me see if I understand, Senator Uto. Because the atrocious actions taken against Imperator Costigan may have been designed to influence the vote on HuXa, you are suggesting that we delay said vote to prove that they in fact did have an influence?\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): I object to your oversimplification.\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): And I object to you trying to leverage fear and rumor-mongering into political gain.\n\nSENATOR HIDEO UTO (C \u2013 Severus \u2013 Kiel Sys): You have no right to stand there and \u2014\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): The fact is that we have no official report detailing the motives of these assailants. As far as we know they were as likely to be striking a blow for Terran independence as they were for \u2014\n\nSENATOR MIRA NGO (T \u2013 Terra \u2013 Terra Sys): That is outrageous. Where do you get off accusing Terra of \u2014\n\nSENATOR TRACEY GLENN (U \u2013 Saisei \u2013 Centauri Sys): Sorry, that was a poor example. I withdraw the statement. I simply meant to \u2014\n\n[ gavel banging ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Enough. I know things have been tense this past week, but that is no excuse for this lack of decorum. Now, I believe your point was clarified, Senator Glenn. Unless anyone else has anything to add, I move to close the discussion. All in favor of the motion to postpone?\n\n[ vote ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The nays carry it. Motion denied. Let us proceed. Senator McCain, as sponsor of the initiative, you have the floor.\n\nSENATOR WILL McCAIN (U \u2013 Cestulus \u2013 Davien Sys): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I ask for consent to grant speaking privileges to a special guest, Imperator Costigan.\n\n[ surprised murmurs ]\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Without objection.\n\nIMPERATOR COSTIGAN: I apologize for the theatrics involved in my appearance here today. I know it is traditional for an Imperator to more formally announce intent to speak to the Senate, as I did many weeks ago when I had the distinct pleasure of first introducing the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. However, my security team decided it was best for the time being if my schedule were kept a bit more under wraps, so I ask for your indulgence as I come before you.\n\nWhen Ambassador Coso first began the negotiations that would result in the drafting of this deal, it was with two specific goals in mind. The first was to help ensure the continued economic growth of the Empire through trade. The second was to help ensure the Empire\u2019s continued peace along our Xi\u2019an borders through improved economic relations. I firmly and unequivocally believe that the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative accomplishes both these aspirations and more.\n\nWe all know too well the cost of war. Right now as we speak, the brave men and women of our armed forces are nobly struggling to end the Vanduul threat, but not all threats we must face come from outside. Stagnation and close-mindedness are just as likely as any war to bring all we\u2019ve built to an end. Humanity saw what living in fear was like under the Messers and Humanity said no. When Senator Akari signed the Xi\u2019an peace treaty in 2789 it was a first step forward out of the darkness. Today, the UEE is ready to take the next. By expanding trade relations with the Xi\u2019an we will be expanding our potential not only economically, but as a people. But do not mistake moving forward as running ahead blindly. The Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative is a careful, measured step. Under this agreement, our Citizens\u2019 security remains not only intact, but strengthened thanks to the additional revenue estimated to be generated. Our Citizen\u2019s livelihoods will be equally protected, thanks to the fair and balanced terms of the agreement that will see us share growth and mutual prosperity with the Xi\u2019an. There\u2019s an old Earth aphorism that I keep going to, \u201ca rising tide lifts all boats.\u201d The time has come for our two cultures to stop holding each other back and instead raise each other higher than ever before.\n\nThank you all for allowing me this chance to speak. Our actions here today will help shape Humanity\u2019s future for centuries to come and I don\u2019t think it could be in better hands. I return the floor to you, Senator McCain.\n\nSENATOR WILL McCAIN (U \u2013 Cestulus \u2013 Davien Sys): Thank you, Imperator Costigan, for sharing your vision with us and for your fortitude in light of last week\u2019s savage attempt on your life. It is a stark reminder that while there is no denying that the Empire has a long history of violence, it is up to all of us to aspire to something greater. I implore you all to vote yes for the Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative. I yield the floor.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): The Senator from Earth?\n\nSENATOR VICTOR SKOVIRA (C \u2013 Earth \u2013 Sol Sys): Thank you. Allow me to say that it is a pleasure to see you in this chamber once again, Imperator Costigan. My thoughts go to the families of those who lost their lives in the attack. Now, I don\u2019t want to waste everyone\u2019s time by rehashing the well-argued positions that have been put forth by my colleagues over the last several weeks, but I would be remiss if I did not remind all of you what it is that is at stake here today. With the Vanduul waging relentless war along our border, with merciless outlaws terrorizing innocent Citizens every day and, as we were reminded all too well last week, with assassins daring to strike at the very heart of our Empire, it is clear to me that our vigilance must never waiver if we wish to persevere.\n\nThe Xi\u2019an are not like us. They are the definition of alien. All of them \u2014 from their lowliest criminal to the head of their mightiest house \u2014 all work for the glory of Emperor Kr.\u0113 \u2014 the same glorious leader whose suspicions and distrust kept us on the brink of war for centuries. Are we to forget the lessons of the past just because some of us are distracted by the promise of a supposed bright, shiny future? While I agree that a position of peace with the Xi\u2019an is far stronger than one of aggression, I am not convinced that intertwining our economies is in our best interest. This so-called trade deal only trades one thing as far as I\u2019m concerned. It exchanges our security and our sovereignty for \u2026 well to be honest, I am not perfectly sure for what. Credits and economic growth is what they want you to think, but I fear that what we hope to gain is nothing compared to what we are posed to lose if HuXa passes. My vote is no. Mr. Speaker, I yield.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): If there are no further motions before the Senate?\n\nSENATOR RACHEL LESTER (T \u2013 Vann \u2013 Croshaw Sys): Mr. Speaker, I request a brief recess.\n\nSPEAKER MARSHALL MADRIGAL (U \u2013 Borea \u2013 Magnus Sys): Very well, as I see we still have several stragglers arriving through security, fifteen minutes recess granted. The vote on Human-Xi\u2019an Trade Initiative will proceed once we\u2019re back in session.\n\n[ gavel bang ]"},"links_count":0,"comment_count":87,"created_at":"2017-06-07T00:00:00+00:00","created_at_human":"8 years ago"},"meta":{"processed_at":"2026-05-08 00:11:21","valid_relations":["images","links"],"prev_id":15948,"next_id":15951}}