Social Liberalisation and Enhanced Diversity Act of 2014
Royal veto exercised
Rationale
For a nation to be considered democratic and free, one must first ensure that the rights of all who reside within its borders, citizens and non-citizens alike, are comprehensive and equal. This big reform package aims to take a step in that direction by liberalising society and fostering diversity.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Internet Freedom |
Moderate regulation (illegal content removed; platforms must verify age; data rules enforced)
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Light-touch regulation (net neutrality; limited takedown orders for serious crime only)
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| 2 | Official Language Policy |
Single official language for all official documents and courts
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No official language (agencies choose service languages pragmatically)
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| 3 | Citizenship Requirements |
Citizenship by birth on national soil and naturalisation after 5 years' residency
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Citizenship by birth; naturalisation after 2 years' residency
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| 4 | Media Censorship Policy |
Targeted regulation (post-publication fines for incitement/defamation; independent regulator)
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Free press (no prior restraints; narrow limits for direct incitement only)
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| 5 | Alcohol Regulation |
Strict regulation (age 21; high excise; retail 10:00–20:00; public drinking banned)
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Liberal policy (age 18; moderate tax; late opening permitted; public zones allowed)
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Internet Freedom2
Official Language Policy3
Citizenship Requirements4
Media Censorship Policy5
Alcohol RegulationProposer
Party
Constitutional Democratic Movement
A liberal, democratic, and constitutionalist party that believes no one should be bound by or discriminated for their circumstances, under the merciful guidance of the law, and the sweet bliss of freedom and democracy.
Core pillars
Catherine Garrison
Activist · Age 50
With a Rolodex spanning three decades and a reputation for unshakable principle, Catherine Garrison glides through political circles as both a feared rival and indispensable ally—if you can meet her exacting standards.
Timeline
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Draft27 November 2014
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Vote Open20 December 2014
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Vote Closed18 February 2015
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Did Not Become Law18 February 2015
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Parliament
PassedFor: 61 / 235 seats (26.0%)
Against: 7 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 167
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constitutional Democratic Movement Proposer | 7 | Yes | No reason given |
| Free Democratic Union | 54 | Yes | No reason given |
| The National Alliance | 7 | No | No reason given |