"Swaggart calls for unity, grit"

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“Swaggart calls for unity, grit”

May 29, 2397

 

San Francisco, CA -- In an evening address to the entire Federation, President William Swaggart called for unity and determination in the face of increasing instability within the alliance.

 

“We must join together as partners to continue to forge the peace we have labored for so long. We must not let those bent on our destruction cause us to give up on our principles and visions.”

 

The President had harsh words for the suspected terrorists calling them “cowards” and “enemies of the Federation.” He even referred to the upcoming hearings of those captured on board the RES Vacitu. These hearings have drawn the attention of citizens around the galaxy

 

In a particularly touching moment, President Swaggart recognized the heroic efforts of personnel who responded to the attack on the Versailles Diplomatic Center. Specifically, he presented a medal to Mrs. Kendra Sullivan whose husband died from noxious gasses after saving several dignitaries.

 

Seen as an effort to salvage the alliance, the speech comes prior to two important elections in the Klingon and Romulan Empires. Political pundits aren’t predicting who will win as both races are too close to call at this point.

 

President Swaggart, whose tone was defiant and sharp, called for the Klingon and Romulan empires to elect a candidate who would share the same progressive mindset. He also called for continued democratic advancement.

 

“We join in solidarity with Klingon and Romulan citizens and their desire to elect leaders that truly represent their interests both at home and around our quadrants.”

 

The President closed by thanking the Federation citizens for their continued commitment to unity and democracy.

 

“Federation citizens, I thank you for your resilience in troubling times. The best days for the Federation and for our alliance are ahead of us.”

Edited February 13, 2006 by Federation News Service