Constitution of Polaris - Revision history

Svetroid: /* Article IV */

2022-04-25T20:07:27Z

Article IV

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	The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:		The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:
	{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: The Jarl shall always fill a seat directly. Then, take the number of remaining seats and divide them in half, and subtract one. Should this number be negative or fraction between zero and one, then round it to zero. That many seats shall be filled by individuals nominated by the Jarl, with approval of a supermajority (2/3) of Congress. The rest of the seats shall be filled via direct democracy from the people.''}}		{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: The Jarl shall always fill a seat directly. Then, take the number of remaining seats and divide them in half, and subtract one. Should this number be negative or a fraction between zero and one, then round it to zero. That many seats shall be filled by individuals nominated by the Jarl, with approval of a supermajority (2/3) of Congress. The rest of the seats shall be filled via direct democracy from the people.''}}
	The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.		The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.

Svetroid: /* Article IV */

2022-04-25T20:07:06Z

Article IV

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	The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:		The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:
	{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: The Jarl shall always fill a seat directly. Then, take the number of remaining seats and divide them in half, and subtract one. That many seats shall be filled by individuals nominated by the Jarl, with approval of a supermajority (2/3) of Congress. The rest of the seats shall be filled via direct democracy from the people.''}}		{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: The Jarl shall always fill a seat directly. Then, take the number of remaining seats and divide them in half, and subtract one. Should this number be negative or fraction between zero and one, then round it to zero. That many seats shall be filled by individuals nominated by the Jarl, with approval of a supermajority (2/3) of Congress. The rest of the seats shall be filled via direct democracy from the people.''}}
	The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.		The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.

Svetroid: /* Article IV */

2022-04-25T20:05:30Z

Article IV

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	The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:		The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:
	{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: take the number of seats ~~minus~~ one. ~~Half of those~~ seats shall be filled by a ~~majority approval~~ of ~~the~~ Congress ~~via appointment from~~ the ~~Jarl, and the other half~~ shall be filled via direct democracy from the people~~. The last seat shall be filled by the Jarl~~.''}}		{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: The Jarl shall always fill a seat directly. Then, take the number of remaining seats and divide them in half, and subtract one. That many seats shall be filled by individuals nominated by the Jarl, with approval of a supermajority (2/3) of Congress. The rest of the seats shall be filled via direct democracy from the people.''}}
	The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.		The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.

Svetroid: /* Article V */

2022-03-21T21:44:08Z

Article V

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	Article V of the constitution establishes additional guaranteed natural rights of all people that cannot be infringed upon. It also defines what makes a citizen, and how one may become a citizen or revoke citizenship.		Article V of the constitution establishes additional guaranteed natural rights of all people that cannot be infringed upon. It also defines what makes a citizen, and how one may become a citizen or revoke citizenship.

			Protected fundamental rights are enumerated as such:
			* The right to live in good health.
			* The right to adequate employment.
			* The right to an adequate income for or access to food, water, decent shelter, and recreation.
			* The right to education and free access to knowledge.
			* The right to be free from discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, current biological status, religion, national origin, ability, age, income, wealth, genetic information, and bending status.

			It also includes the Equal Protection clause, which prevents the government from denying any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection under the law.

			Along with this, certain accommodations such as temporary housing, good health, food, and water are guaranteed to all, citizen or not, in the Guarantee Clause of this article.

			The definition of citizenship and the process for becoming a citizen are delegated to the Congress to define and enact. The process for revoking citizenship, however, is defined clearly by the constitution. One must submit a formal request to revoke their citizenship to the Tribunal Council of Polaris. This is more of a formality for clerical purposes, as the Tribunal Council of Polaris is also required to approve the request in a timely fashion.

	=== Article VI ===		=== Article VI ===

Svetroid: /* Article IV */

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Article IV

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	The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:		The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:
	{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: take the number of seats minus one. Half of those seats shall be filled by a majority approval of the Congress via appointment from the Jarl, and the other half shall be filled via direct democracy from the people. The last seat shall be filled by the Jarl.''}}		{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: take the number of seats minus one. Half of those seats shall be filled by a majority approval of the Congress via appointment from the Jarl, and the other half shall be filled via direct democracy from the people. The last seat shall be filled by the Jarl.''}}
	The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under ~~its~~ authority.		The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under the authority of the constitution.

	=== Article V ===		=== Article V ===

Svetroid: /* Article IV */

2022-03-21T21:26:27Z

Article IV

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	Article IV of the constitution establishes the powers of the judiciary.		Article IV of the constitution establishes the powers of the judiciary.

			The first clause vests the power of the judiciary in the Tribunal Council of Polaris. It defines the number of seats to be odd, defined by the Congress, but no fewer than three. It also defines the way in which the seats shall be filled as such:
			{{Block indent\|1=''The Tribunal Council seats shall be filled as such: take the number of seats minus one. Half of those seats shall be filled by a majority approval of the Congress via appointment from the Jarl, and the other half shall be filled via direct democracy from the people. The last seat shall be filled by the Jarl.''}}
			The final clause clarifies that the court's authority passes over all laws arising under the Constitution of Polaris and any treaties made under its authority.

	=== Article V ===		=== Article V ===

Svetroid: /* Article III */

2022-03-21T21:17:29Z

Article III

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	Article III of the constitution establishes the powers of the executive.		Article III of the constitution establishes the powers of the executive.

			The first clause vests the power of the executive in the Office of the Jarl. The next clauses mention that the Jarl can delegate their powers as necessary, in order to and as well as enforce the laws passed by the Congress. It also mentions that the Jarl shall be elected via direct democracy in such a manner of voting as is defined by Congress consistent with the constitution, for a time period also defined by Congress. It also notes that the time period that the Jarl serves for can only be changed once every twenty-five years, or immediately and at any time upon direct civil intervention of 3/5 of the citizenry.

	=== Article IV ===		=== Article IV ===

Svetroid: /* Article I */

2022-03-21T21:06:29Z

Article I

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	Article I of the constitution establishes the powers of the people. Its symbolic meaning as the first article relates to the importance of the people to govern themselves for the benefit of all. In it, several powers are enumerated:		Article I of the constitution establishes the powers of the people. Its symbolic meaning as the first article relates to the importance of the people to govern themselves for the benefit of all. In it, several powers are enumerated:
			* '''Voting Power''': The natural right of the citizenry to be represented democratically with universal suffrage.
	* '''Veto Power''': The power of the citizenry to veto bills via a simple majority vote held upon invocation of the veto power by at least 25% of citizens.		* '''Veto Power''': The power of the citizenry to veto bills via a simple majority vote held upon invocation of the veto power by at least 25% of citizens.
	* '''Executive Approval Power''': The power to approve all executive cabinet members appointed by the Jarl via a simple majority vote of the citizenry.		* '''Executive Approval Power''': The power to approve all executive cabinet members appointed by the Jarl via a simple majority vote of the citizenry.

Svetroid: /* Article II */ Fill in Article 2

2022-03-21T21:00:35Z

Article II: Fill in Article 2

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	Article II of the constitution establishes the powers of the legislature.		Article II of the constitution establishes the powers of the legislature.

			First, it defines the Congress of Polaris as unicameral, and the power to pass laws is vested in such a Congress. Next, it specifies that the Congress cannot pass any law which conflicts with the constitution, otherwise known as the constitutionality clause. The next clause specifies that the Congress shall be made up of representatives elected by the citizenry, and the number of representatives is to be defined by the Congress, but no fewer than five. The final clause specifies that should Polaris have fewer than five citizens as any given point, the Jarl will be granted with the powers of Congress until such time that the Congress can be filled appropriately.

	=== Article III ===		=== Article III ===

Svetroid: /* Closing endorsement */

2022-01-30T13:03:11Z

Closing endorsement

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	=== Closing endorsement ===		=== Closing endorsement ===

	The constitution was signed by all people present at the foundation of Polaris. It does not contain any functions or delegate any powers, and simply serves as authentication that the constitution is valid and law.		The constitution was signed by all people present at the foundation of Polaris. The closing endorsement does not contain any functions or delegate any powers, and simply serves as authentication that the constitution is valid and law.

	== Ratified amendments ==		== Ratified amendments ==