[PASSED] Commend Rushmore

This August Assembly,

Understanding that Rushmore, founded by Wigu in 2007, and later cultivated by the efforts of Pasarga, Sargossa, Candelaria And Marquez, and Nethertopia, have formed an integral part of the sporting multiverse over a substantial period of time;

Delighted by the achievements of Rushmori nations at the NationStates World Cup. This includes but is not limited to:

  1. Highlighting Nephara’s induction into the World Cup Hall of Fame who, through the memorable forward duo Lovelace-Bastable, and the nation’s infamous boulder-wielding “Godhead”, saw the Cormorants win World Cups 74 and 87. This, having been grounded in the nation’s prodigiously championed Baptism of Fire 51 decades before, ushered in a new Nepharan decade for sporting communities: a nine-year Rushmori-inspired promise accepted in definition by other sporting nations worldwide, to produce the very best of sportsmanship;

  2. Satirizing the attempted exploits for victory amongst citizens of Eastfield Lodge, appreciating the perennial efforts of the nation, having participated for all but successful World Cups for more than a decade;

Seeing therefore Rushmore as having made an indelible difference on the sporting community within the World Cup, basing a considerable yet inexhaustible part of the region’s contributions to the tournament culturally;

Praising the contributions of Rushmore to the leadership of the Olympic Council:

  1. In hosting various games such as the winter events within the scenic escapes of Prescott—boasting an accompaniment of beautiful mountains and snowscapes. The city, enjoying a fair share of night-life as well as adjoining ski-towns, provides ample infrastructure for the games, hosting the Olympics an impressive three consecutive times;

  2. Noting additionally the hostage of such Olympic Games extending not only to these locations but elsewhere, allowing for adjoining Committees and the alike to an impressive 15 bids from Rushmori nations;

  3. Recognizing these accomplishments as an impressive achievement, showing the mark of the region within the Olympics. This being exemplified through the Olympic Records lying within the Olympic Museum at Orean Harvey University, Liventia;

Evaluating the dedicated commitment and effort of Rushmore to providing the very best in sporting events:

  1. Explaining that the Copa Rushmori, a 49-cycle and continued, sustained effort saw the advent of performances such as where the Sargosa Corsairs’ tight victory against the Saugeais’ side in the 5th cycle’s semi-final saw them subsequently win their first local cup, of which, winning five more, became the most in the competition’s long history;

  2. Highlighting co-equally the Copa de Campeones, branching off into its impressive 70th cycle; being the longest running regional sports tournament to date; showcasing the region’s commitment to footballing excellence;

Additionally recognizing Rushmore’s wider, diplomatic achievements;

  1. Noting the advent of the Common Rushmori Community (CRC) through the ratification of the Orean Accords: a supranatural entity being the first of its type among sporting communities with integrated bodies such as the Rushmori Parliament and the Union Commission, advocating peace and diplomacy between Rushmori states;

  2. Impressed therefore by the body’s peaceful resolution of the Nyowani Kitara dispute—an international incident involving a civil war which saw a power struggle between Max Ulf, Malik Akongo and Nafuna Akongo after the death of dictator Boaz Akongo. The civil war, being eventually resolved through a remarkably peaceful settlement known as the Varakoula Accords: the reconstruction of the country post-war through the Smith Fund, an international peacekeeping force by the CRC;

Shocked at the remarkable performance of Rushmore in the very first nuclear apocalypse as the International Geese Brigades, achieved a remarkable third place victory and impressively so with zero radiation detected;

  1. Recognizing additionally the cooperative efforts of Rushmore to such an achievement, galvanizing the talents and efforts of all sporting nations worldwide in contributing;

Summarising the immense accomplishments of Rushmore and the subsequent milestones that will follow, representing an overarchingly self-less community who, through time, effort and passion, have carefully crafted a unique experience for all sporting liaisons to follow as exemplar;

The Council, fully confident in the shown worthiness of passion, grit and determination,

Hereby commends Rushmore.

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This resolution is now up for vote.

Bai Lung will vote FOR.

Commend Rushmore was passed 8,465 votes to 625.