Interview With Josue Torres

Intrigued by the prospect of a party openly selling itself as Federalist, I chose to ask a few direct questions to Josue Torres in a café in Loredo, Rio Grande.

-Alexandria has demonstrated a great commitment to the Federalist agenda in the past, not least in Valenciennes, what difference can your party make?

I feel that Alexandria has entered a new era in its history, that is the "Era of the Federated Awakening;" you’re right, the Valenciennes did demonstrate a sense of commitment by defending their provincial rights, hence becoming the pioneers of Alexandrian federalism. Such commitment was placed aside for some time and thanks to the many of its residents like yourself Mr. Leclerc, the province has regained its provincial prestige. The Federalist Party has emerged at a time where Alexandria needs a new political organization dedicated to spearhead its new era, this could have been nearly impossible following the traditional agendas of the two major Alexandrian political parties. The Federalist agenda is solely to defend and promote the growth of our new national era and cultivate our province’s heritage, the very essence of Alexandrian federalism.

-At the moment your party is small, what plans do you have to try and create a bigger place for yourself in the Imperial Parliament?

I’m trying to get the word out as much as possible regarding the Federalist’s platform, either at public forums or throughout media coverage. I’m optimistic about even this small interview, since I’m sure that it will capture the attention of many throughout Alexandria and possibly the micronational world. I hope that every Alexandrian comes to understand that the Federalist stands for the progress and advancement of their own respective province, whichever that may be.

-Are you planning a national convention or to tour the Provinces to promote the Federalist agenda?

Yes, I’m planning to tour each province in the near future.

-Valenciennes has hit the headlines recently after being attacked by Chief Justice Carmichael for its "autonomy" making a "mockery" of the Imperial Parliament. Where do you stand on this and do you think that he has overstepped the mark with his comments?

Valenciennes people have every right, and indeed constitutional protection, to exercise their autonomy, even the Emperor has recognized this provincial right. The Chief Justice has gone too far by condemning the hard work that the residents of the Valenciennes have accomplished and may only hope is the HIM the Emperor deals with him accordingly. His words have affected his national image and has lost much reputation. I feel that the Imperial Parliament needs to implement immediate reforms in order to continue working effectively.

Since conducting this interview the Chief Justice has resigned his post.