Good Afternoon,
Let me begin by saying that it is a complete honor and privilege to be considered for not only a cabinet position, but one that represents the unique, robust legal system of this great region.
Despite my fresh residency in the region, my experience with NationStates legal work goes back further than I can remember, at least a decade now. From crafting constitutions, to running regional courts, right down to serving in countless executive positions - I have seen it all. This region's dedication to clear, precise, organized law is admirable and a model for others.
As the President outlined during the campaign, the Ministry of Justice is slow - its role in issuing legal opinions to the President being its biggest activity. However, there is more the Ministry can do with the community, and with the President, that will be my goal for the term.
Those goals are: outreach, participation, and standardization.
The Ministry should reach out to the community, to inform them of the duty of the department, to be transparent about its day to day operations, and to receive feedback from the people on what changes or roles the ministry should play within its legal confines. The Ministry should encourage more participation from public servants and interested citizens through mock trials, seminars, and open discussions on Union law and philosophy. The Ministry should standardize its methods, duties, and practices to ensure that it consistently meets its expectations and standards across its staff and future terms for the betterment of the region's legal apparatus.
I believe strongly that I can work to accomplish these goals and I am more than ready to be an involved, active, and serious Minister in the region.
Cordially,
SANOMA