Intergalactic Summit

Finding an unbiased human is an impossible task. Do not blame the river for undercutting the foundation of your home, blame the one who built it there.

If one finds statistics misleading, learn to read them.

Well, I did start this entire bloody thread. So there's that. I'll admit my patience is wearing pretty thin at this point. Reading all this determined warmongering in a topic dedicated to a very specific peace proposal has that effect. I don't think anyone could accuse me of believing myself famous, and yet believe I might be just as flummoxed as Andreus Ixiris when I see comments like yours. Its as if four (or five?) different cliches managed to manifest in ridiculous symmetry. I love that you've decided to take time from your studies to contribute, but you could at least do so in a manner that doesn't echo popular truisms that predate recorded history.



I admire that you've come to this conclusion, and I wish you progress in your endeavors.

Are there Caldari among those who have contributed to this discussion who will make a similar commitment?

When it can be answered what peace with the Federation can offer the Caldari State, then perhaps such a proposal might be taken under consideration. Some might believe that the political locus of the current conflict centers upon Caldari Prime. I would disagree, Caldari Prime is merely a symbol. A symbol of the legacy of the Federation's inability to compromise, to seek accord with the Caldari State and to embark upon continued economic and military rivalry against the Caldari people.

War would have been impossible if the Federation had continued upon the path set by Foiritain in seeking accord with the State through respect and understanding in order to alleviate over two centuries of mistrust and suspicion propagated by the policies of previous Federal Administrations. However, it is clear that even men such as Foiritain are easily dispensed with by men such as Roden and Blaque who are intent on repeating the mistakes of the past and to carry on with the antiquated notion that the Caldari State is nothing more than rebel colonists requiring integration back into the Federation and not an independent, sovereign, interstellar nation worthy of respect as an equal to the Federation.

The tragedy here is that there was indeed a time when both Gallente and Caldari once called each other brothers and sisters - despite how much it might be denied. It was a relationship forged and premised upon mutual respect and understanding between ourselves and it was through it that we escaped Luminaire together and sought our destinies amongst the stars. It should also be remembered that the breakdown in that relationship occurred only when it became increasingly apparent that attempts were being made to force the Caldari people and its colonies into an unequal partnership that did not respect their autonomy or political and economic independence.

This is at the very core of disagreement between the State and Federation. Caldari citizens believe we are a free and independent people who have already purchased our liberty with our own blood, and if the Federation truly wished for peace with the State then it should have adjusted its foreign policy accordingly and not wait until the State called the continued bluffs and sabre-rattling by men such as Blaque or the Sociocrats in order to disabuse the Federation of any notions that we will gladly accept threats to the sovereign interests of the Caldari State.

If peace is truly sought by the citizens of the Federation, then make it to the interests of the State to do so, because feigning affectations and offering nothing in return will never suffice.

If you don't understand why a peaceful settlement of the status of your own Homeworld is in the interest of the State by now, then I doubt I can say anything further that would convince you. I hope that as events unfold your outlook will change.

I have no illusion that we can even see the horizon of a full and equitable peace treaty between the Federation and the State from where we are today. All I ask is that despite our current hostility that we act out of mutual humanity to prevent destruction of Caldari Prime on a planetary scale. Even two Nations at war should be able to recognize the need for protecting civilians from atrocity.

Villore – In an interview, Black Eagles Director Mentas Blaque has spoken out about what he sees as a "devolution of Federation ideals" and a "dangerous trend toward risk and personal gain."

President Roden would be wise to sack Director Blaque.

While appreciating the need for covert operations to defend the Federation from her enemies, a government set against the people cannot long endure.

I fully endorse and support Combat Specialist Rinai Vero's proposal for the DMZ of Caldari Prime. The conflict here must end and lives must be saved if possible.

If Tibus Heth does not acknowledge or support this proposal, then we must remove the Provist forces from the surface, and attempt a negotiated settlement. Unfortunately, this seems to be the more likely option given the lack of Heth's interest in peace.

Look to your own goverment before making demands from ours. If you believe you can force peace through show of arms then your no better than the man you criticize. Caldari forces on Home does not prevent you from seeking a settlement, it simply deprives you of a bargaining chip. If you support peace, then please show us by recanting your call for more war.

What is that new fashion consisting to call Caldari Prime "Home" these days ? It came out of nowhere the last few months.

Maybe it was about time to name things as they are, to put our sentiments towards this singular planet among many into the proper perspective.

Talking about hostages is a pretty bold move. Does one negotiate with mass murderers or land grabbers?
There's more than one way to bend this situation, after all.

If peace was on your mind you wouldn't beat the wardrum. Also, if you'd remove the so called threat there would be no reason to negotiate. I am severely puzzled if you are truly believing that the federation would offer the planet after the military retreats from its orbit or if you're just playing stupid.