Introduction
Citizens of San Andreas,
The San Andreas State Government is committed to providing open communication and transparency to those that we serve. With that being said, we have created this press release to provide a comprehensive update to the state. We understand that many of you have questions and concerns about the recent changes, and we wish to provide you insight into the choices we have made and the challenges we have been presented. With this release, we aim to provide a deeper understanding and awareness of our ongoing efforts to serve you.
The San Andreas State Government is committed to providing open communication and transparency to those that we serve. With that being said, we have created this press release to provide a comprehensive update to the state. We understand that many of you have questions and concerns about the recent changes, and we wish to provide you insight into the choices we have made and the challenges we have been presented. With this release, we aim to provide a deeper understanding and awareness of our ongoing efforts to serve you.
Director Discharges
The San Andreas State Government has regrettably terminated the employment of three of its employees following accusations of misconduct. Despite this termination, we express our gratitude for the exemplary work demonstrated by these individuals during their tenure with the government. Each of them has made significant contributions to their respective roles, whether in the Economic & Legal Sector, Public Relations, or Human Resources. Their dedication and efforts were not unnoticed, and we thank them for their service to the citizens of the state.
However, work ethic alone does not encompass the entirety of what is expected in a given workplace. Fundamental principles such as upholding an organization's core values, aligning with the internal vision, and maintaining integrity are paramount in any employment setting.
The decision to discharge these individuals stemmed from a culmination of misconduct and a disregard for the government's core values. An investigation uncovered that two of the discharged employees collaborated with external agencies, compromising sensitive information pertaining to government personnel. This not only violates our core values but also jeopardizes the safety of government employees. Furthermore, subsequent investigations revealed potential connections between the discharged employees and an adversarial group during a period coinciding with attacks on government operations.
It was also made clear that some individuals sought to undermine the authority of government leadership, neglecting their duties in favor of advancing personal agendas and sidestepping their responsibilities. Appropriate actions have been taken, and further details may be disclosed upon the conclusion of this ongoing process.
The San Andreas State Government will continue to uphold our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service, Inclusivity, Objectivity, Transparency, & Professionalism.
However, work ethic alone does not encompass the entirety of what is expected in a given workplace. Fundamental principles such as upholding an organization's core values, aligning with the internal vision, and maintaining integrity are paramount in any employment setting.
The decision to discharge these individuals stemmed from a culmination of misconduct and a disregard for the government's core values. An investigation uncovered that two of the discharged employees collaborated with external agencies, compromising sensitive information pertaining to government personnel. This not only violates our core values but also jeopardizes the safety of government employees. Furthermore, subsequent investigations revealed potential connections between the discharged employees and an adversarial group during a period coinciding with attacks on government operations.
It was also made clear that some individuals sought to undermine the authority of government leadership, neglecting their duties in favor of advancing personal agendas and sidestepping their responsibilities. Appropriate actions have been taken, and further details may be disclosed upon the conclusion of this ongoing process.
The San Andreas State Government will continue to uphold our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service, Inclusivity, Objectivity, Transparency, & Professionalism.
Suspension of the LRC
For those who don't know, the Law Review Committee is part of the legislative branch of our state government. This committee consists of a dedicated group of legal experts, lawmakers, and public representatives. The LRC holds the task of drafting and refining legislation, with a primary objective of ensuring that proposed laws are fair, clear, and constitutionally sound.
Per Executive Order #7, the Law Review Committee was adjourned for an unspecified amount of time, and many of our citizens had questions about the decision to suspend the committee. Below, Emily Whitehorse, Speaker of the LRC, gives a detailed explanation of why the branch was suspended and the efforts that are being made to bring it back.
Per Executive Order #7, the Law Review Committee was adjourned for an unspecified amount of time, and many of our citizens had questions about the decision to suspend the committee. Below, Emily Whitehorse, Speaker of the LRC, gives a detailed explanation of why the branch was suspended and the efforts that are being made to bring it back.
Emily Whitehorse | Speaker of the Law Review Committee wrote: I was quite saddened to see that the LRC was suspended from sitting via executive order, however having been part of the team that developed our state constitution, I am fully aware and understand how that provision may be used, and intend to abide by the request given. For clarity, the provision in question constitutionally allows the executive branch to suspend the LRC given certain parameters existing. Given this clause has never been utilized in the history of our state, we are navigating the challenges of obeying this clause without causing conflict with other constitutional provisions important to the LRC.
Having spoken with the Board of Governors regarding the utilization of this provision, I am able to relay that the reason for this suspension came as the LRC had failed its objectives to seat all elected representatives in a timely fashion and host weekly meetings, despite attempts made internally at doing so. I am disappointed about the recent failure of the branch, and am committed to correcting this mistake, whatever may happen next.
No matter what happens moving forward, I have a duty to our state to ensure that we reopen the LRC as soon as possible, and that is exactly what I am committed to doing. I am in communication with some representatives to assist myself in doing so, and once we have a stable team in the interim, we will proceed forward. I encourage all those with a passion to reopen our elected legislative chamber to consider a position with us, so that we may work to rebuild our branch in time for the next election cycle.
Weazel News
We are aware of the targeted articles and advertisements that have been published by the Weazel Entertainment News Network, which will henceforth be referred to as WENN, over the past few weeks. The content contained in their publications contains inaccuracies, fallacies, and misleading information. This type of journalism and media output jeopardizes not only the reputation and safety of our government employees but also the citizens of the state.
Accurate journalism and reporting is a vital part of our state. It holds individuals and entities accountable when facts are presented accurately. However, WENN has fallen short of these standards. The information that has been published in the aforementioned articles and advertisements has created a division between the state and its citizens, creating panic and eroding public trust. We very strongly urge WENN to rigorously verify their facts and stop publishing unverified and/or misleading information. They have never reached out to the SASG for a comment regarding the articles and advertisements published and this directly contradicts the obligations of their own internal handbook.
Recent events by WENN have not only placed government employees in threat of harm but also civilians' lives at risk. Specifically, these actions have caused three individuals to be placed on the kill list for the infamous terrorist group known as the shadows. This is wholly unacceptable and must be resolved. To ensure the safety of our citizens and government officials, accurate reporting, and transparency, the San Andreas State Government is taking the following steps:
Accurate journalism and reporting is a vital part of our state. It holds individuals and entities accountable when facts are presented accurately. However, WENN has fallen short of these standards. The information that has been published in the aforementioned articles and advertisements has created a division between the state and its citizens, creating panic and eroding public trust. We very strongly urge WENN to rigorously verify their facts and stop publishing unverified and/or misleading information. They have never reached out to the SASG for a comment regarding the articles and advertisements published and this directly contradicts the obligations of their own internal handbook.
Recent events by WENN have not only placed government employees in threat of harm but also civilians' lives at risk. Specifically, these actions have caused three individuals to be placed on the kill list for the infamous terrorist group known as the shadows. This is wholly unacceptable and must be resolved. To ensure the safety of our citizens and government officials, accurate reporting, and transparency, the San Andreas State Government is taking the following steps:
- We are engaging with the public to provide accurate information and counteract any false narratives that have been propagated by recent articles and advertisements created by WENN.
- We are conducting an internal review to assess the accuracy of claims made in the articles to determine the appropriate course of action, either via legal measures or in communication with WENN.
Contact Information
Molly Devil,
Senior Government Official | Public Relations Bureau
San Andreas State Government
Oliver Dutch,
Senior Government Official | Public Relations Bureau
San Andreas State Government
Andrea Fallon, M.D., F.R.C.O.G., OB/GYN
Interim Director | Public Relations Bureau
Assistant To The Governor
San Andreas State Government