Nyland Elections, Vintyr 1580

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Name: Frode Henningsen
Party: Ultranationalist Party

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Platform: Frode follows the ideals of Nylander independence in all aspects. Nyland cannot allow itself to become dependent in any manner, whether it is economically, politically, or militarily. If it did so, Nyland’s independence and sovereignty would gradually erode and its hard-fought years of independence would be reversed.

In foreign policy, he believes that Nyland is destined to become a world leader, but must look after its own interests first and foremost. The national security of Nyland depends upon the security of its neighbors and its region. Skathia must be kept free of Brigidnan, or any other type of non-Skathian, interference and meddling, as it would ultimately lead to interference in Nyland’s direct interests. Therefore this policy must be held sacrosanct and regional peace and stability is in Nyland’s interests.

Thus he is also a proponent of the modernization and expansion of the Nylander military as achieving any of the goals stated in his foreign policy would be futile without a proper military force to back those aims.

In domestic policy, the state is the embodiment of the people. It looks after the people’s interests and has their needs in its heart. Without the oversight of the state, the people would be swallowed up by malevolent, greedy forces in society. Regulation of industry is necessary to prevent abuses, and the state’s primary concern in this arena is the protection of the workers. Therefore, the state must regulate businesses in a way that would both protect the livelihoods of the workers while not smothering innovation and entrepreneurship and the ability of industry to provide plentiful jobs.

Taxes are society’s contributions to the state, which in turn spends those taxes for the betterment of society. Henningsen is in favor of a progressive tax model, whereby taxes are lower for poor and working-class citizens; allowing them the financial breathing space they need to improve their lot and rise in prosperity. Tax rates gradually climb as they reach the middle class, and peak at 40% for the upper class. While he admits his tax plan is similar to the one passed by President Harrow, he believes that the rates involved are to low and must be adjusted accordingly.

The rich have benefited from the warm embrace of the society which has allowed them to acquire so much wealth; therefore they have a duty to give back to society through the state. Taxes are to be spent in those areas which are of greatest importance to the betterment of society, especially defense, education, and social security.

Political/Campaign History:  Frode Henningson, 49, is the Chairman of the Ultranationalist Party and a member of the Federal Assembly. He joined the Ultranationalists early in his political career.