Archon

In-game name: Joseph_Archon Registration date: Can't remember for sure, but around November 2018 I think Most recent punishment, type and date: Kick, January 5th Current group membership: The ORION Foundation Previous group membership: Los Zetas, for a short time Motive for joining the council: I consider myself able to improve the group gameplay in the server and ensure most players' satisfaction. I can use my own experience and others' in making the server a better roleplay environment. Of course if I find myself incapable of doing so for any reason, I would be certainly alright with stepping down and handing this position to any willing, competent candidate. Three positive and negative attributes about yourself: I'm always open to new ideas as well as respectful criticisms. I usually try to hear everyone out and listen to their opinions and views on any on-going issue. I also try to be as polite as I can to create a friendlier atmosphere in the community. On the other hand, I can't be available all the time, which may impact the quality of work I can offer if it requires serious devotion and daily effort. Also, I can't stand and deal with trolls properly, and may momentarily lose my temper. Additionally, I can't work with people who aren't willing to provide anything to whatever project we're working on (the council, in this case.)

Same here. I'd like the management to create a Faction Council consisting of non-biased regular players to monitor group activities.

On Necessity of Counter-Terrorism An Essay By Joseph Archon, Secretary of Diligence Party Since the tragic events of September 11th, where a barbaric attack resulted in 2,977 innocent civilians dead, or even 18 years earlier, when MNF peacekeepers' barracks in Beirut were subject to a deadly terrorist attack by Islamic Jihad, Terrorism has always been a hot topic for politicians and civilians alike. Almost everyone has taken a stance against Terrorism, with varying methods to fight it. Some propose direct military invasion of alleged centers of terrorism, such as what President Geroge W. Bush did in his War on Terror; while some propose a defensive approach, where borders are firmly monitored and security is tightened. To date, no study has provided a definite, 100%-assured strategy to repeal this threat once and for all. Terrorism begins its infancy in perception of inequality. What Al-Qaeda, Komala, Naxalites and Kach have common is that they believe they, or the people they presumably represent, are having their rights taken away. These perception of inequality is often false and out of ignorance and disinformation; terrorist organizations utilize extensive propaganda to recruit mostly ignorant youth to their cause. Their definition of their rights is absurd, and their disregard for basic human rights is clear and obvious. So, one preventative measure is proper campaigns in spreading truth among the most recruited portions of population; they must know that their situation is not hopeless and there's always a way for representation of their interests in a democratic state, such as San Andreas. But ignorant youngsters are only a percentage of terrorists. What should be done about those who have joined these organizations for their own profit or joy? The answer is active counter-terrorism. Since 2001, there has been a global campaign actively combating terrorism around the world. Led by the US, global forces have tried for decades to eradicate terrorism in various countries. Some claim their campaign has been a success, and some believe it's been a waste of resources and manpower. But what of San Andreas? Our state is currently plagued by terrorism. To the north, Bone County and Tierra Robada are destabilized by the San Andreas branch of the Pakistani terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba. Las Payasadas, together with Verdant Meadow Aircraft Graveyard have become a headquarters for these merciless terrorists. Their front organizations openly operate throughout Los Santos and collect donations, which are used by LeT to attempt further terrorist acts within the state. San Andreas is made unsafe. So far, the government has taken little action regarding this major threat, however, it is not to be blamed. Mr. Timon recovered the government from the hands of an incompetent governor when the very heart of San Andreas, Los Santos, was on the verge of chaos. It is only understandable that he may not have had much time combating a physically distant issue while dealing with economic revival of city. Now, let us not fall into the slippery slope of extremist measures. Terrorism can be countered with adequate actions, such as establishment of anti-terrorist task forces, regular patrols in northern areas of the state, educating civilians in matters related to combating and reporting terrorism to the authorities, and such. Hope we all be safe once again, and live in a state free of senseless violence.

Great topic, very well explained. There are lots of random criminal groups popping up all over the server, who barely have 4 members and nearly all of them are leaders. It'll be better if people who create their groups put some effort into the quality of it.