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[ruleoftwo]

[Councilman Palpatine's voice is a familiar enough one. Like some old timers, he has a penchant for using the voice function of the Warp Band; video is still quite new to him. However, he sounds relaxed today. Even a little grandfatherly.]

Good evening, people of Union. I hope that this finds you well. I know the last few weeks have been trying. The tragedy that befell our city was felt by everyone, and all of our lives were touched by it... and, I think, by the aid so generously brought by our allies.

[Enough of that.]

I'm hoping to submit several proposals to the Council for the rebuilding of the city. One concern that we should consider is defense -- how to prevent attacks like that, and, should one occur again, reduce the loss of life.

I thought I should ask all of you what sorts of defenses you might see. Shelters and evacuation routes seem necessary, first and foremost, I think.

Comments

[ruleoftwo]

And Union is grateful for it. But... I think the perspective, and the lessons, you've learned will help, too.

--And I couldn't agree more. The Rangers have always been our first line of defense. Perhaps we should see about improving the funding they receive.

[faithfulflame]

They should remain that first line. Moreover, we should keep it as close to tradition as we can. A standing army will only make Union nervous, and weaken our moral stance.

[ruleoftwo]

Oh, yes. We need to be careful of that. A standing army would truly change Union. We'll need to find our balance, as ever.

[faithfulflame]

We do, and rely on our allies to share the burden. They've clearly been willing to support us, but lots of the coalition effort has still fallen on us.

[ruleoftwo]

Hmm. Yes. Perhaps... we should find a way to make that alliance more organized. It may help with sharing the burden -- and coming to each other's assistance.

[faithfulflame]

All things to think about. I wish you luck with proposals. If there's anything I or the Hinos can do, please let me know.

[ruleoftwo]

I will. My thanks, Rei. I'll be sure to tell you if there's something you can do.