New Republic
| New Republic | |
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| Political information | |
| Type of government | Constitutional Republic |
| Head of State | Chief of State Kara DuMonte |
| Head-of-Government | Chief of State Kara DuMonte |
| Commander-in-Chief | Chief of State Kara DuMonte |
| Executive branch | Advisory Council |
| Legislative branch | Senate |
| Judicial branch | Department of Justice |
| Affiliation | Galactic Alliance |
| Societal information | |
| Capital | Republica, Republica, Grumani |
| Territory | Inner Rim |
| Language(s) | Galactic Basic |
| Currency | Galactic Credit |
| Historical Information | |
| Formed from | Rebel Alliance and SoroSuub Corporation |
| Date of establishment | Year 8 |
| Status | Active |
| Holosite | New Republic |
The New Republic (often abbreviated as NR) is a sovereign government and the foremost advocate of democracy in the galaxy. Originally known as the Rebel Alliance, the Alliance controversially merged in Year 8 with the SoroSuub Corporation and reformed itself as the New Republic. Its current leader is the eighth Chief of State Kara DuMonte. It is the only government with annual elections for its leader, and is also known to have an elected legislature. It is also one of the founding members of the Galactic Alliance.
The New Republic holds dominion over numerous sectors. Its capital planet of Republica is a ecumenopolis much like Coruscant. It is believed that, while the New Republic cannot deny the Galactic Empire's existence and control over Coruscant, the New Republic seeks to recreate the Old Republic in its own territories away from the Empire's control.
History
- Main article: History of the New Republic
The Beginning
Late in the Year 7, members of Rebel Alliance High Command and SoroSuub Corporation Middle Management began to discuss the possibility of a merger between the two groups, realizing that the combination of the Alliance's military might and SoroSuub's economic prosperity would give the Galactic Alliance the greatest chance of defeating the Empire. Delegates from the Rebel Alliance, such as Phymp Mindano, Nim Orlan, and David Kellar, and delegates from SoroSuub, including Adam A Flynn, and Maradin Sandwalker had a conference where they set out the initial plans for a new government, which they called the New Republic. Using the Old Republic's Constitution as a model, they began writing a new Constitution for the new government.
When the leaders of each group announced the potential merger to the members of their factions, there were mixed reactions. Some agreed that the joining of the two groups would create a powerful new government. Others did not care for the idea, arguing that they were proud to be a member of their current group under their current name. In order to get an official measure of how many people were for the merger, or against it, both sides held a poll. Both the Rebel Alliance members and SoroSuub members had a majority vote, 'Aye' in favor of the merger.
Once both sides had officially approved the merger, the completed Constitution was presented to the public for approval. A referendum vote was held, and the New Republic's Constitution was ratified on Year 8, Day 98. The day became known as Restoration Day, a celebration of the restoration of the Old Republic.
Government
- "Without that spark of democracy, we would just be another government in the galaxy."
- — Kara DuMonte, the eighth Chief of State of the New Republic.
The New Republic is the only recognized government with an elected government. It was agreed in the formation of the New Republic that an elected process is key to a free society. While many outsiders see this as a huge risk, the New Republic has stood by its government consistently arguing it is the most free of any government. While the Chief of State and the Senate are elected representatives, the Advisory Council is an appointed body.
Chief of State
- Main article: New Republic Chief of State
Chief of State is the title given to the Head of State the New Republic. As head of the Executive Branch of the New Republic and Commander in Chief, the Chief of State is ultimately responsible for leading the government in both name and fact. In addition he serves as the link between the Advisory Council and the Senate of the New Republic, bringing proposals and advice from the Advisory Council to the legislature and breaking tied votes within the Senate. Furthermore, the Chief of State is responsible for management of the Senate elections and has the power to grant pardons to citizens of the New Republic.
The 15th and final Chief of State of the New Republic was Galen Darksol, commonly suspected of having been an agent for the Galactic Empire. His actions after taken office set of The War for the Republic.
Senate
- Main article: New Republic Senate
Advisory Council
- Main article: New Republic Advisory Council
The New Republic Advisory Council consists of at least 5 members, who are appointed by the Chief of State. They are advising and providing expertise to the Senate and the CoS in operational matters and policy. They operate the day-to-day business of the civil and military departments and manage their budgets. They coordinate the strategic planning and structure of their ministries and branches. Also they support the Chief of State to ensure fair elections are run.
- Chief of Military Operations
- Josh Jericho
- Chief of Army Command
- Leebri Chelski
- Chief of Navy Command
- Ubis Vrand
- Chief of Starfighter Command Command
- Mami Ogawa
- Minister of State
- Galen Darksol
- Director of the New Republic Intelligence Service
- Eleonore Silvermoon
- High Ambassador
- Orion Chran
- Minister of Civil Engineering
- Coren Rinou
- Minister of Trade & Industry
- Tengri Lethas
- Minister of Natural Resources
- Owyn Darklighter
Economy and Industry
The majority of the New Republic's economy existed before its founding, courtesy of the Rebel Alliance and SoroSuub Corporation. The Rebel Alliance and SoroSuub Corporation each brought their unique technologies together as well as their Nationalized Companies. With the assistance of the SoroSuub Corporation's leaders, the New Republic was propelled into extreme wealth and prosperity. Currently, the Ministry of Trade and Industry leads the way in promoting investment and productivity in the New Republican economy.
The New Republic divides its industries into two groups: Nationalized Companies and Private Sector Affiliates.
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Military
- Main article: New Republic Military
Nearly all governments have standing armies instructed to defend their territory or invade their neighbors, and the New Republic is no different. The New Republic military is composed of three branches: the Naval Command, the Army Command, and Starfighter Command, each designed to perform certain roles. The military has representation in the Advisory Council as well. The military is under the command of the Chief of State and Chief of Military Operations.
Born out of a necessity to have a navy patrol its systems, the New Republic Navy commands the New Republic's capital ships. From the Sabaoth Destroyer to the Home One, the Navy is arguably the most critical line of defense for the New Republic. With the task of carrying hundreds of fighter and bomber squadrons for the Starfighter Command and carrying landing ships for the Army, the Navy could be considered the keystone of the New Republic's armed forces.
The Navy uses a variety of vessels including:
Starfighter Command
Army Command
The New Republic military is responsible for the formidable armed forces of the Republic. It's one of the largest branches and is at the forefront in the fight against the Imperial Regime. It consists of three sub-branches: Naval Command, Army Command, and Starfighter Command.
- Chief of Military Operations
- Josh Jericho
- Chief of Army Command
- High General Leebri Chelski
- Chief of Naval Command
- High Admiral Ubis Vrand
- Chief of Starfighter Command
- High Marshal Mami Ogawa
Notable Assets
MC80 Home One Class Star Cruiser NRS Nautilus
The NRS Nautilus is the flagship of the New Republic. It was the first in a long line of MC80 Home-One Class Star Cruisers designed by New Republican and Mon Calamari engineers to defend the New Republic from attack. It started as a Mon Calamari luxury cruise liner but was outfitted with a large number of turbolasers and ion batteries. The NRS Nautilus was re-purposed as a military vessel before engineers discovered a way to mass produce the warship. It is because of this that the NRS Nautilus is a one-of-a-kind flagship.
The NRS Nautilus often is used as a mobile headquarters for the New Republic. It is outfitted with suites and large mess halls, courtesy of its years as a luxury liner. It has also been seen at military parades.
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