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Motto: Future Requiem (Latin for Restful Future) | |
Anthem: (Seybold Almighty) | |
Map of the mainland of Seybold | |
Capital | New Springfield |
Largest city | Woodlelands City |
Official languages | English and Russian |
Demonym(s) | Cupboldish (official) |
Government | Representative Democracy |
• President | Cooper Norfolk |
• Vice President | None |
• Attorney General | Owen Itzen |
Legislature | Sitzungssaal |
Establishment | 8 September 2018 |
Population | |
• (as of March 2019 Census) census | 18 |
Currency | Seyboldish Florin |
Time zone | GMT-5 |
Website Online Newspaper | |
This micronation was a full member of the New Eiffel Union of Micronations, the Florida Micronational Union, and was an Observer of the Grand Unified Micronational |
The Democratic Republic of Seybold (/ˈseybold/ sea-bold) was a micronation founded on 8 September 2018 by Current President Cooper Norfolk’s Florida Bedroom. He Declared Independence from the United States of America to attempt a realistic nation in a small area and to strengthen the Secessionist Movement in micronationalism.
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is located near the smaller micronation territory of Republic of Tamcoop and the inactive micronation Fort Dunkin. Seybold is a representative democracy with Cooper Norfolk as the head of state and President. The population of Seybold is 16 (humans), however it has two animal citizens, which are not necessarily counted as official citizens. The capital is New Springfield and the largest city is Woodlelands City, by population and size. Seybold has two official languages English and Russian along with an unofficial language, Esperanto.
Seybold became a member of Accentra on 24 February 2019 with Cooper Norfolk as the unofficial Ambassador representing Seybold in Accentra, the New Eiffel Union of Micronations on 25 November 2018, and an observer state of the GUM on 8 December 2018. Seybold was formerly a part of the Florida Micronational Union and the Union of Southern Micronations before they became defunct.
Seybold has two subdivisions that are in the mainland of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The largest of the subdivisions, by population and size, is the Province of New Woodlelands with a population of 12 and the smallest is the Federal District of New Springfield with a population of 6.
The Democratic Republic of Seybold scores a 4.00 on the Matthew's Democracy System of classification, as of 18 October 2018.
Etymology
The area that the Democratic Republic of Seybold is located near is known as the Larger Seybold Area, Florida.
History
Tamcoopese Era
Sometime during 2017, the area that currently is the Democratic Republic of Seybold joined the Republic of Tamcoop with the rest of the Province of Jasooper. Democratic Republic of Seybold was originally a part-time home to the former Vice President Cooper Norfolk, who eventually went on to found the Democratic Republic of Seybold, and the town of Doubledin. But peace only lasted for a while, as the Tamcoopese Provincial System, a system on the Tamcoop Government Private Computer that keeps the Provinces under control of Tamcoop was hacked into by Anti- Tamcoopese Citizen Ryan Funk. This meant that all provinces of the Republic of Tamcoop, excluding the provinces in the mainland and the Province of Fort Cusin due to the fact that they were on another computer, were ceded back to the United States.
Jasoopese Era
In all of the Chaos, then Vice President Cooper Norfolk resigned his position and went on to found the Democratic Kingdom of Jasooper on 23 April 2018, in which Democratic Republic of Seybold is located in. The Town name stayed the same but was home to Cooper Norfolk, King of Jasooper at the time, and Corrupt Politician Max White, who was later banned from Jasooper.
Springfield Era
The Federal District of Springfield was a part of the Republic of Iustus, joining 27 March 2018. It was at first just the bottom part of Democratic Republic of Seybold, but it was expanded to the upper part and the surrounded lands known as the town of Rugtopia at that point. The Federal District of Springfield sadly ended due to unknown reasons.
2018
On 8 September 2018, now President Cooper Norfolk finished the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Seybold by signing it in New Springfield, the Capital of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. Cooper Norfolk then wrote up the short Seyboldish Declaration of Independence and signed it in the same city. He mailed the Seyboldish Declaration of Independence to the United States of America Capital Building at around 9 A.M. UTC-5. On 16 September 2018, the 2018 High Election, in which the President is elected, occurred. Soon after the debate, the citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, which was only 1 at the time, voted. The voting session lasted for 57 minutes, until 11 A.M. when the results came out. There was 100% voter turnout and 100% of the votes went to President Cooper Norfolk. He was sworn in as President at 5:34 P.M. on the same day. On 16 September, 2018, President Cooper Norfolk was sworn in as President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The days of 17 September, 2018 through 23 September, 2018 were his first week of Presidency. The first thing that he did was create a national digital newspaper called the Seybold Today along with creating the Seybold Postal Service, or just SPS, the Department of Immigration and the Department of Construction. President Cooper Norfolk also created the designs of the Seyboldish Florin, the currency of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
In 2018, the Democratic Republic of Seybold saw a rise in military presence in the micronation. This started with the foundation of the Seybold Reserve, which currently has three registered members. The military body currently has not fought any conflicts, as the Democratic Republic of Seybold is a pacifist country. On 3 November, 2018, President Cooper Norfolk had the idea of a Weather Service for Seybold. Cooper Norfolk did not want this service to be controlled by the Government. So, he created the first ever Independent Agency in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, the Seybold Weather Service, also known as the SWS. The Seybold Weather Service is now an Independent Agency in Seybold that is dedicated to giving the citizens of Seybold the daily weather alerts. The Seybold Weather Service currently still operates in the Federal District of New Springfield.
There was more economic development in Seybold during 2018 with the creation of the Seybold Department of Tourism and the first ever Tourist attraction of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The tourist attraction contains a globe that has the micronations that Seybold recognizes on it. This tourist attraction is called the “Seybold World Map”. The globe was given to President Cooper Norfolk as a gift a couple of years ago. He gave the globe to the Seybold Department of Tourism to build this tourist attraction in the Province of New Woodlelands. In 2018, the first residential building in Seybold, which is a small, elevated house in New Springfield, the Federal District of New Springfield, was created in 2018 by President Cooper Norfolk. The residential property is just an apartment style building that takes up almost half of the top bunk bed that is in the Federal District of New Springfield. It is exactly 0.9797 square meters with two rooms, one the main area and the other the “bedroom” like area, which is just a pillow. On 1 December 2018, the Seybold Department of The Census asked all citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold multiple simple questions to compile the first ever Census of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This Census was one month late due to technical issues, as it was supposed to occur on November 1st, but it was delayed until 1 December. All eight citizens were asked about their name, age, religion, race, sex, languages are spoken, species, and employment or unemployment. Eight Census papers’ were turned in, meaning there are exactly eight citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The Census papers proved that the majority age of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is eleven at 25%, the majority religion of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is a tie between Christianity and Buddhism at 37.5%, the majority race of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Causcasian at 37.5%, the majority Sex of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Male at 75%, the Majority Language of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is English at 75%, the majority Species of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Homo Sapiens at 75%, the unemployment rate is at 100%, and the Retirement rate is at 12.5%.
Maximilian Joseph’s “Civil War” and Deportation
Main article: Itzen Investigation and 2019 Seybold Civil War Threat
On 8 March 2019, Maxmillian Joseph, leader of the newly founded radicalist Stalinist Party of Seybold, announced that he was considering declaring a “civil war” on the majority of political parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The reason that “majority” was said was that the Socialist Party of Seybold sided with the Stalinist Party, due to similar ideologies and political placement. President Cooper Norfolk and other government members initially did not take this announcement seriously, but Mr. Joseph started saying rude statements to him and other government members related to the “civil war”. This frightened President Cooper Norfolk, making him re-think his previous initial reaction to this “declaration of civil war”. “I knew that Mr. Joseph is strong enough to fight a war, as he has previously defended himself in multiple previous fights,” said President Cooper Norfolk in a statement. “But I personally do not think he would have the social strength to gather support in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.” President Cooper Norfolk seemed to be slightly scared of Mr. Joseph, but President Cooper Norfolk did believe that he may have had more social and political knowledge than Mr. Joseph contained. Overall, this made President Cooper Norfolk very uncomfortable with the ongoing situation.
This caused President Cooper Norfolk to call an Emergency Council Meeting with the Seybold Emergency Council, which is a council consisting of only government members that discusses problems in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This Emergency Council meeting lasted for a short period of time on 8 March 2019 and was attending by President Cooper Norfolk himself and Iyan Seeker. The Emergency Council came to the conclusion that they would try to convince Maximilian Joseph to not declare a civil war. On 9 March 2019, the leader of the Stalinist Party of Seybold Maxmillian Joseph released a short statement to President Cooper Norfolk relating to the "Civil War" declaration previously made by him. In the statement, Mr. Joseph claimed that he reconsidered his choice to declare "war" against multiple political parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold and decided not to declare a "war" on the majority of political parties of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This surprised President Cooper Norfolk so much that he did not initially believe him. But, Mr. Joseph did seem to sincerely want to put an end to the "civil war" threats that he had been using in the previous day. President Cooper Norfolk was relieved when he heard this new development. He did not want to have to fight anyone, even though he thought he could stop the "civil war" with a simple discussion. When asked by the Seybold Today newspaper why he threatened to declare a “civil war”, he reportedly said simple things such as “okay” and “alrighty”. It was thought at that time that Maximilian Joseph, but further steps were to taken to conclude that he would not need to have a court case of sorts.
On 28 March 2019, newly appointed Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen announced that he had received a request from the Office of the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The request that Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen received from the Office of the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was relating to an investigation. The investigation that was requested is going to be a somewhat short investigation related to finding out more information on a national threat to the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This so-called national threat is Maximilian Joseph, chairman of the Stalin-Socialist Party of Seybold, past chairman of the Stalinist Party of Seybold, and the sole person who was involved in the 2019 Seybold Civil War Threat. Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen has been instructed to investigate Maximillian Joseph so that they have additional information against Maximillian Joseph when he is sued with charges of Treason and Conspiring Against the Government. The lawsuit will probably officially occur sometime in September or October, which is when it is expected that the Democratic Republic of Seybold would have a High Court Judge appointed and multiple laws specifying what treason means in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. Those two things have to happen for President Cooper Norfolk, who also requested the investigation against Maximillian Joseph, to have the ability to sue Maximillian Joseph. To help Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen start the investigation, it is rumoured that President Cooper Norfolk gave Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen instructions on what he had to do during the investigation. The instructions were put inside of a case that was then transferred to Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen at about 12:00 GMT-5.
On 5 April 2019, Attorney General Sons Owen Itzen announced that he had released the memo for the Itzen Investigation. The public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was very excited about the memo being released, as the majority of citizen want Maximilian Joseph, the man at the centre of this investigation, to be deported from the micronation. New citizens and old citizens alike are very happy about the memo being released, especially the citizens that were affected by the actions of Maximillian Joseph. Attorney General Sons Owen Itzen released the Itzen Memo to the current President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold President Cooper Norfolk to be reviewed and grammatically edited. President Cooper Norfolk finished the duty at about 06:00 GMT-5 and then distributed it among the citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold about two hours after it was edited. The memo was reportedly vague but allowed the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold to know that Maximilian Joseph could be punished.
On 6 April 2019, Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen, who was representing the Office of the Attorney General of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, announced that he had released the full Itzen Report of the official Itzen Investigation. That announcement was made at about 12:00 GMT-5 to President Cooper Norfolk, who then grammatically edited the report and submitted it to the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The Itzen Report has been long awaited by citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold and many citizens were very happy to see it finally come. The Itzen Report is most likely the most important part of Seyboldish history for 2019 and in the entire existence of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. It is important because it is the first Federal Investigation that has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Seybold and it could result in the first deportation of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This was also big news for the Norfolk Administration, as they had worked hard to get the investigation completed. The Norfolk Administration definitely celebrated the Report being released and had a small celebration consisting of President Cooper Norfolk only. After President Cooper Norfolk checked the report for grammar and spelling, he decided to release it to the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. He did this via the “Official Seybold Discord Server” and messaging citizens who had expressed feelings against Maximilian Joseph, the man at the center of the Itzen Investigation. The Itzen Report is four pages long with four paragraphs that describe the crimes of Maximilian Joseph. The Investigation concluded that Maximilian Joseph was found guilty for Treason Conspiring against the Government, for threatening to declare a civil war, Harassment, for saying very awful and inappropriate thing to citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, and Threatening a Government Member, for threatening to murder Emmett Winters, head of the Seybold Department of Immigration. These crimes eventually led up to the deportation of Maximilian Joseph.
On 8 April 2019, the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold announced that he had printed a Notice of Deportation. This Notice of Deportation was printed by him on behalf of the Seybold Department of Immigration since the Head of the Seybold Department of Immigration Emmett Winters did not have the technology to print such things at the moment. The Notice of Deportation was going to Maximilian Joseph, who was going to be deported on the ground of him committing the crimes of Treason, Conspiring against the Government, Harassment, and Threatening a Government Member.
Government and politics
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is a Presidential Republic, which features a distinct separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches. The government of Seybold is divided into two primary branches: the Upper Branch, consisting of various departments and executives, and the Lower Branch, which includes the National Assembly and the Lawmakers' Council.
Lawmakers’ Council
The Lawmakers’ Council serves as a crucial component of the Lower Branch of the Seyboldish Government. This council is comprised of members from the President's cabinet and is responsible for several key functions: - Approving proposed laws, - Evaluating the constitutionality of legislation, - Modifying existing laws, - Requiring the National Assembly to re-vote on certain bills.
Members of the Lawmakers’ Council can be dismissed by either the President or the Vice President in cases of corruption or legal violations. Each Lawmaker can serve a maximum of two consecutive two-year terms. The High Court of Seybold also operates within the Lower Branch, ensuring judicial oversight.
National Assembly
The National Assembly represents the Lower Branch of Seybold's government and is composed of representatives from the various provinces and territories of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. A representative in the National Assembly can propose legislation for a vote among their peers. If a bill receives majority support, it is forwarded to a designated Lawmaker who specializes in the subject matter of the bill; if it does not receive sufficient votes, it does not pass into law.
The head of the National Assembly is the Vice President, who oversees the organization of House sessions, has the authority to close meetings at any time, and conducts proceedings. Representatives in the National Assembly can serve an unlimited number of terms, provided they continue to be elected by their constituents. In cases of corruption or constitutional violations, representatives can be removed by the Vice President, and the President may appoint a temporary representative to serve until the next election.
Departments
Below is a list of all of the current Departments of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Department | Logo | Head | Duties | Employees | Foundation |
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Department of Education (SDE) | File:SED.jpeg | Liam Smith | Manage educational institutions and programs | 1 | 15 November 2018 |
Department of Health (SDH) | File:SDH.jpeg | Sophie Johnson | Oversee public health initiatives | 2 | 22 November 2018 |
Department of Transportation (SDT) | File:SDT.jpeg | Michael Brown | Manage transportation infrastructure | 3 | 30 November 2018 |
Department of Energy (SDEnergy) | File:SDEnergy.jpeg | Emily Davis | Regulate energy production and consumption | 2 | 5 December 2018 |
Department of Technology (SDTch) | File:SDTch.jpeg | Olivia White | Oversee technological advancements | 3 | 12 December 2018 |
Department of Public Safety (SDPS) | File:SDPS.jpeg | James Wilson | Ensure safety and security for citizens | 2 | 18 December 2018 |
Department of Agriculture (SDAg) | File:SDAg.jpeg | Charlotte Taylor | Support agricultural practices and policies | 4 | 25 December 2018 |
Department of Foreign Affairs (SDFA) | File:SDFA.jpeg | Benjamin Lewis | Manage foreign relations and treaties | 2 | 1 January 2019 |
Department of Social Services (SDSS) | File:SDSS.jpeg | Ava Robinson | Provide social assistance programs | 2 | 8 January 2019 |
Department of Infrastructure (SDI) | Mia Hall | Manage and maintain infrastructure projects | 3 | 15 January 2019 | |
Department of Housing (SDH) | File:SDH Housing.jpeg | Daniel Martinez | Oversee public housing projects | 3 | 22 January 2019 |
Department of Sports and Recreation (SDSR) | File:SDSR.jpeg | Ella Anderson | Promote sports and recreational activities | 2 | 29 January 2019 |
Department of Historic Preservation (SDHP) | File:SDHP.jpeg | Samuel Clark | Protect and manage historical sites | 1 | 5 February 2019 |
Department of Research and Development (SDRD) | File:SDRD.jpeg | Grace Hall | Support innovations and research initiatives | 2 | 12 February 2019 |
Department of Disaster Management (SDDM) | File:SDDM.jpeg | Jacob Young | Coordinate disaster response and recovery | 1 | 19 February 2019 |
Department of Trade (SDT) | File:SDT Trade.jpeg | Liam Hernandez | Facilitate and regulate local and international trade | 3 | 26 February 2019 |
Department of Cultural Affairs (SDCA) | File:SDCA.jpeg | Isabella Martin | Promote and support cultural events and heritage | 2 | 5 March 2019 |
Department of Youth Affairs (SDYA) | File:SDYA.jpeg | Ethan Lewis | Focus on youth empowerment and initiatives | 2 | 12 March 2019 |
Department of Consumer Protection (SDCP) | File:SDCP.jpeg | Mia Turner | Protect consumer rights and interests | 1 | 19 March 2019 |
Department of Telecommunications (SDTCom) | File:SDTCom.jpeg | Alexander Foster | Regulate and promote telecommunication services | 2 | 26 March 2019 |
Department of Environment (SDEnv) | File:SDEnv.jpeg | Charlotte King | Oversee environmental regulations and initiatives | 3 | 2 April 2019 |
Department of Fisheries (SDFish) | File:SDFish.jpeg | Andrew Scott | Manage sustainable fishing practices | 2 | 9 April 2019 |
Department of Gender Equality (SDGE) | File:SDGE.jpeg | Natalie Cooper | Promote gender equality policies and practices | 2 | 16 April 2019 |
Department of Labor (SDL) | File:SDL.jpeg | Charles White | Regulate labor standards and workplace rights | 2 | 23 April 2019 |
Department of Tourism (SDTrr) | File:SDTrr.jpeg | Hannah Brooks | Promote tourism and manage tourist attractions | 2 | 30 April 2019 |
Department of Aging (SDAging) | File:SDAging.jpeg | William Turner | Support programs for the elderly population | 1 | 7 May 2019 |
Department of Small Business (SDSB) | File:SDSB.jpeg | Samantha Hall | Support and promote small business initiatives | 2 | 14 May 2019 |
Department of Veteran Affairs (SDVA) | File:SDVA.jpeg | Daniel Carter | Provide assistance and support for veterans | 2 | 21 May 2019 |
Department of Metrology (SDM) | File:SDM.jpeg | Rebecca Adams | Ensure accuracy in measurements and standards | 1 | 28 May 2019 |
Department of Urban Development (SDUD) | File:SDUD.jpeg | Jason Reed | Plan and manage urban growth and development | 2 | 4 June 2019 |
Department of Marine Affairs (SDMA) | File:SDMA.jpeg | Lauren Scott | Manage marine resources and coastal areas | 2 | 11 June 2019 |
Department of Public Works (SDPW) | File:SDPW.jpeg | Jeffrey Wilson | Oversee public construction projects and maintenance | 4 | 18 June 2019 |
Department of Arts (SDA) | File:SDA.jpeg | Jennie Anderberg | Promote the arts and cultural heritage | 2 | 25 June 2019 |
Department of Communications (SDCom) | File:SDCom.jpeg | Daniel Price | Manage public communications and media relations | 2 | 2 July 2019 |
Department of Land Management (SDLm) | File:SDLm.jpeg | Rebecca Lee | Oversee land use policies and regulations | 2 | 9 July 2019 |
Department of Child Welfare (SDCW) | File:SDCW.jpeg | William Jackson | Focus on child protection and welfare programs | 2 | 16 July 2019 |
Department of International Trade (SDIT) | File:SDIT.jpeg | Olivia Garcia | Facilitate international trade agreements | 2 | 23 July 2019 |
Department of Fire Services (SDFS) | File:SDFS.jpeg | Matthew Blue | Manage fire protection and emergency services | 3 | 30 July 2019 |
Department of Mental Health (SDMH) | File:SDMH.jpeg | Isabella Sanchez | Focus on mental health services and support | 2 | 6 August 2019 |
Department of Nonprofits (SDN) | File:SDN.jpeg | James Baxter | Support and regulate nonprofit organizations | 2 | 13 August 2019 |
Department of Wildlife (SDW) | File:SDW.jpeg | Ella Clark | Conserve and protect wildlife resources | 2 | 20 August 2019 |
Department of Statistics and Data (SDSD) | File:SDSD.jpeg | Oliver Thomas | Collect, analyze, and disseminate statistical data | 2 | 27 August 2019 |
Department of Public Engagement (SDPE) | File:SDPE.jpeg | Emma Martinez | Facilitate civic engagement and community outreach | 2 | 3 September 2019 |
Department of Public Relations (SDPR) | File:SDPR.jpeg | Benjamin Hill | Manage the government’s public relations strategies | 2 | 10 September 2019 |
Department of Economic Development (SDED) | File:SDED.jpeg | Sophia Bennett | Promote economic growth and investment opportunities | 3 | 17 September 2019 |
Department of Arts Education (SDAE) | File:SDAE.jpeg | Aiden Price | Integrate arts into educational curricula | 2 | 24 September 2019 |
Department of Technical Training (SDTT) | File:SDTT.jpeg | Mason Hunt | Administer vocational and technical training programs | 2 | 1 October 2019 |
Department of Renewable Resources (SDRR) | File:SDRR.jpeg | Lily Harris | Promote and regulate renewable resource initiatives | 2 | 8 October 2019 |
Department of Literacy (SDLit) | File:SDLit.jpeg | Samuel King | Promote literacy and reading programs | 2 | 15 October 2019 |
Department of Neighborhood Improvement (SDNI) | File:SDNI.jpeg | Madison Moore | Support neighborhood revitalization projects | 1 | 22 October 2019 |
Department of International Cooperation (SDIC) | File:SDIC.jpeg | Daniel Lee | Facilitate collaborations with international organizations | 2 | 29 October 2019 |
Department of Taxation (SDTAX) | File:SDTAX.jpeg | Ella Baker | Administer taxation policies and strategies | 3 | 5 November 2019 |
Department of Import/Export (SDIE) | File:SDIE.jpeg | William Green | Regulate import and export activities | 2 | 12 November 2019 |
Department of Public Housing (SDPH) | File:SDPH.jpeg | Ava Foster | Manage public and affordable housing projects | 3 | 19 November 2019 |
Department of Youth Services (SDYS) | File:SDYS.jpeg | Jacob Ramirez | Provide programs and services for youth development | 2 | 26 November 2019 |
Department of Transportation Safety (SDTS) | File:SDTS.jpeg | Charlotte King | Enhance safety on transportation systems | 2 | 3 December 2019 |
Department of Emergency Services (SDES) | File:SDES.jpeg | Emily White | Coordinate emergency response initiatives | 3 | 10 December 2019 |
Department of Public Health Education (SDPHE) | File:SDPHE.jpeg | Nora Wilson | Provide health education and promotion programs | 2 | 17 December 2019 |
Department of Academic Affairs (SDAA) | File:SDAA.jpeg | Ethan Brown | Manage academic policies and standards | 2 | 24 December 2019 |
Department of Archive and Records (SDAR) | File:SDAR.jpeg | Alice Campbell | Maintain official records and archives | 1 | 31 December 2019 |
Department of Data Protection (SDDP) | File:SDDP.jpeg | Samuel Harrison | Ensure data privacy and security measures | 2 | 7 January 2020 |
Department of Digital Services (SDDS) | File:SDDS.jpeg | Lucas Scott | Implement digital solutions in government services | 3 | 14 January 2020 |
Department of Community Development (SDCD) | File:SDCD.jpeg | Megan Clarke | Promote community-based development initiatives | 2 | 21 January 2020 |
Department of Family Services (SDFS) | File:SDFS.jpeg | Isabella Martinez | Provide support services for families | 3 | 28 January 2020 |
Department of Volunteer Services (SDVS) | File:SDVS.jpeg | Jackson Bell | Coordinate volunteer initiatives and recruitment | 2 | 4 February 2020 |
Department of Social Justice (SSDJ) | File:SSDJ.jpeg | Emma Thompson | Promote social justice and equity initiatives | 2 | 11 February 2020 |
Department of Veterans Affairs (SDVA) | File:SDVA.jpeg | Ben Roberts | Support services for military veterans | 2 | 18 February 2020 |
Department of International Security (SDIS) | File:SDIS.jpeg | Olivia Kelly | Ensure national and international security measures | 3 | 25 February 2020 |
Department of Flood Management (SDFM) | File:SDFM.jpeg | Caleb Young | Implement flood prevention and management strategies | 2 | 3 March 2020 |
Department of Wildlife Conservation (SDWC) | File:SDWC.jpeg | Sophia Harris | Promote wildlife conservation efforts | 2 | 10 March 2020 |
Department of Senior Affairs (SDSA) | File:SDSA.jpeg | Laura Stewart | Provide services and support for seniors | 2 | 17 March 2020 |
Department of Community Social Services (SDCSS) | File:SDCSS.jpeg | Nick Parker | Coordinate community social services initiatives | 2 | 24 March 2020 |
Department of Historic Sites Management (SDHSM) | File:SDHSM.jpeg | Isabella White | Manage and promote historic sites | 1 | 31 March 2020 |
Department of Energy Efficiency (SDEE) | File:SDEE.jpeg | Hannah Martinez | Promote energy-saving practices | 2 | 7 April 2020 |
Department of Judicial Affairs (SDJA) | File:SDJA.jpeg | Alex Johnson | Ensure fair judicial processes and rights | 2 | 14 April 2020 |
Department of Drug Policy (SDDP) | File:SDDP.jpeg | Olivia Garcia | Implement and enforce drug policies | 3 | 21 April 2020 |
Department of Food Safety (SDFS) | File:SDFS.jpeg | Emily Wilson | Ensure food safety regulations are met | 2 | 28 April 2020 |
Department of Green Spaces (SDGS) | File:SDGS.jpeg | Daniel Martinez | Promote and manage public green spaces | 2 | 5 May 2020 |
Department of Accountability (SDA) | File:SDA.jpeg | Grace King | Ensure government accountability and transparency | 1 | 12 May 2020 |
Department of Public Communications (SDPC) | File:SDPC.jpeg | Michael Hall | Manage all public communications and messaging | 2 | 19 May 2020 |
Department of Urban Mobility (SDUM) | File:SDUM.jpeg | Jacob Wilson | Promote efficient urban transportation solutions | 2 | 26 May 2020 |
Department of Scientific Research (SDSR) | File:SDSR.jpeg | Liam Carter | Promote scientific research and development | 2 | 2 June 2020 |
Department of Historical Reenactment (SDHR) | File:SDHR.jpeg | Nora White | Organize historical reenactment events | 1 | 9 June 2020 |
Department of Nightlife Oversight (SDNO) | File:SDNO.jpeg | Emily Lewis | Monitor nightlife safety and regulations | 2 | 16 June 2020 |
Department of Artifacts Preservation (SDAP) | File:SDAP.jpeg | Jacob Evans | Preserve and manage historical artifacts | 1 | 23 June 2020 |
Department of Human Rights (SDHR) | File:SDHR.jpeg | Megan Turner | Protect and promote human rights initiatives | 2 | 30 June 2020 |
Department of Local Development (SDLD) | File:SDLD.jpeg | William Walker | Support local economic development initiatives | 2 | 7 July 2020 |
Department of Philanthropy (SDP) | File:SDP.jpeg | Sophia Roberts | Encourage philanthropic initiatives and funding | 1 | 14 July 2020 |
Department of Data Analysis (SDDA) | File:SDDA.jpeg | Daniel Thomas | Perform analysis on government data | 2 | 21 July 2020 |
Department of Water Management (SDWM) | File:SDWM.jpeg | Ava Foster | Manage water resources and quality initiatives | 3 | 28 July 2020 |
Department of Aviation (SDA) | File:SDA.jpeg | James Harris | Oversee aviation regulations and policies | 2 | 4 August 2020 |
Department of Investment (SDI) | Isabella Kim | Encourage and facilitate investments | 3 | 11 August 2020 | |
Department of Cybersecurity (SDC) | Nora Young | Protect against cyber threats and attacks | 4 | 18 August 2020 | |
Department of Linguistic Affairs (SDLA) | File:SDLA.jpeg | Ella Martin | Manage language and translation services | 2 | 25 August 2020 |
Department of Climate Action (SDCA) | File:SDCA.jpeg | Michael Johnson | Implement climate action policies | 2 | 1 September 2020 |
Department of Social Media (SDSM) | File:SDSM.jpeg | Lauren Davis | Oversee social media engagement initiatives | 2 | 8 September 2020 |
Department of Child Protection (SDCP) | File:SDCP.jpeg | Samantha Lee | Protect children’s rights and welfare | 3 | 15 September 2020 |
Department of Animal Welfare (SDAW) | File:SDAW.jpeg | Daniel Fox | Ensure the welfare and protection of animals | 2 | 22 September 2020 |
Department of Adult Services (SDAS) | File:SDAS.jpeg | Emma Ross | Provide services for adult populations | 2 | 29 September 2020 |
Department of Public Art (SDPA) | File:SDPA.jpeg | James Hill | Promote public art initiatives | 2 | 6 October 2020 |
Department of Scientific Innovation (SDSI) | File:SDSI.jpeg | Benjamin Allen | Foster scientific research and innovation | 3 | 13 October 2020 |
Department of Maritime Safety (SDMS) | File:SDMS.jpeg | Megan Parker | Manage safety regulations for maritime activities | 2 | 20 October 2020 |
Department of Holocaust Remembrance (SDHR) | File:SDHR.jpeg | Elijah Carter | Promote Holocaust education and remembrance | 1 | 27 October 2020 |
Department of Gender Services (SDGS) | File:SDGS.jpeg | Charlotte Hall | Provide services for gender minorities | 2 | 3 November 2020 |
Department of Disaster Response (SDDR) | File:SDDR.jpeg | Alexander Scott | Coordinate disaster response efforts | 2 | 10 November 2020 |
Department of Aging Population (SDAP) | File:SDAP.jpeg | Olivia Taylor | Designate resources for an aging population | 2 | 17 November 2020 |
Department of Youth Empowerment (SDYE) | File:SDYE.jpeg | Liam Young | Empower youth through various initiatives | 2 | 24 November 2020 |
Department of Infrastructure Development (SDID) | File:SDID.jpeg | James Turner | Develop and maintain infrastructure projects | 3 | 1 December 2020 |
Department of Disaster Prevention (SDP) | File:SDP.jpeg | Sophia Wilson | Implement disaster preventive measures | 2 | 8 December 2020 |
Department of Natural Resources (SDNR) | File:SDNR.jpeg | Ronald Adams | Manage and protect natural resources | 3 | 15 December 2020 |
Department of Recreational Programs (SDRP) | File:SDRP.jpeg | Rachel Moore | Provide recreational programs and services | 2 | 22 December 2020 |
Department of Public Transportation (SDPT) | File:SDPT.jpeg | Christopher Hill | Manage public transportation systems | 3 | 29 December 2020 |
Department of Neighborhood Safety (SDNS) | File:SDNS.jpeg | Emma Garcia | Enhance safety in neighborhoods | 2 | 5 January 2021 |
Parties and elections
The Democratic Republic of Seybold has a High Election, in which the President is elected, a Middle Election, in which the Governors, Lawmakers’ Council members, and National Assembly members are elected, and a Lower Election, in which Mayors of cities are elected.
These are the Political Parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. There currently are just 23 parties, with the Marijuana Rights Protection Party of Seybold, which has been converted to the Green Party of Seybold, being the first and oldest political party in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, led by President Cooper Norfolk.
Foreign relations
Formal Recognition
- Empire of Iustus (9 September 2018)
- Gymnasium State (27 September 2018)
- Federal Kingdom of Arkonia (15 October 2018)
Seybold does not Recognize
- Principality of Andany (Simulated Micronation)
- Kingdom of Auvenum (Simulated aspects claimed by the Government)
Condemned Micronations and Macronations
- Republic of Tamcoop (Corrupt Government and lack of true Democracy) (Condemning Reversed by Tamcoop Democracy Agreement)
Geography and Climate
Overall Geography
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is a small bedroom in Florida, the United States of America. It is completely flat.
Territory
Name | Flag | Coat of Arms | Governor | Representatives in National Assembly | Citizens | |
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Provinces | ||||||
New Woodlelands | Jason Keourac | 6 | 12 | |||
Federal Districts | ||||||
New Springfield | Kof Fog | 3 | 6 |
Economy
Currency
The currency of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is the Seyboldish Florin, which has been pegged to 0.23 USD since there is currently not many Seyboldish Florins in circulation. The National Bank of Seybold currently holds 100% of the unused Seyboldish Florins in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Culture
Citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold mainly are influenced by American and other North American cultures. There is also a noticeable amount of "Pirate" culture in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, according to the 2019 Offest Cultural Census. Overall, the entire micronation is influenced by American, Canadian and Russian culture, mainly in the government. The Democratic Republic of Seybold has a constitution and government system that is very similar to the ones of the United States of America. The Democratic Republic of Seybold is similar to Russia because of the political presence of the Stalin-Socialism Party of Seybold in 2019 and the love for Russian music through some citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
44.40% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold views entertainment and news through television. The other 56.60% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold views entertainment through Apple devices, Radio, Reddit, PS4, and other streaming services. On such devices, Music Choice is watched by 22.20% of the micronation while the other parts of the micronation watch entertainment services such as ESPN, NPR, HBO, and various other mainstream entertainment companies.
In the Democratic Republic of Seybold, Social Media website like Reddit, Webtoon and YouTube are very popular among citizens. The most used Subreddits among citizens are /r/MaliciousCompliance and /r/entitledparents.
Seyboldish citizens tend to prefer to like Reggae, Hip-hop and Rock music over other types of music, even though Brasshouse and Classical music is very popular. Bob Marley is the most popular artist in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, followed by Too Many Zooz, Dave Brubeck, and Post Malone. Video game music is also insanely popular in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Citizens of Seybold tend to enjoy Christian and Buddhist holidays like Christmas, Easter and the Kathina Ceremony. American and Russian holidays such as Thanksgiving and International Labour Day are also very popular among citizens.
Pizza, Chinese Food and other "junk food" is somewhat popular among Seyboldish citizens and are favourited to eat during appopriate times.
Other National Symbols
The National Instrument of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is the Saxophone and the National Fruit is the Watermelon.
Holidays
The Democratic Republic of Seybold has 20 Official Recognized by the Government Holidays. They are down below.
Holiday | Date | Meaning |
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New Years Day | 1 Jan | To celebrate the beginning of a new year |
Christmas | 25 December | Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. |
Easter | 21 April | Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. |
Vesak | 19 May | Celebrate |
Magha Puja | Date Varies | A day to do be good and cleanse one's mind |
Buddha’s Birthday | 8 April | Acknowledgement of the Life and Enlightenment of Buddha. |
Asalha Puja Day | Typically takes place in July, on the full moon of the eighth lunar month (the full moon of Cancer). | Celebrating as it does the Buddha’s first sermon in which he set out to his five former associates the doctrine that had come to him following his enlightenment. |
Uposatha | Different Days each Month (Multiple Days) | Day of observance, in existence from the Buddha's time. |
Kathina Ceremony | October and November | It is a time of giving, for the laity to express gratitude to bhikkhus (Buddhist monks). |
Abhidhamma Day | Date Varies | Abhidhamma Day celebrates Gautama Buddha's descent from tushita heaven after teaching his mother the Abhidhamma. |
Loy Krathong | Date Varies | A Day to pay respect to the river spirits, and specifically Phra Mae Khongkha, the Goddess of Water. |
Madhu Purnima | Date Varies | A Day of the commemoration of the service and support rendered by the animals of the Parilyeyok forest to Gautam Buddha. |
Avalokitesvara’s Birthday | First Full Moon of March | A day celebrates the Bodhisattva ideal and Avalokitesvara’s Birthday. |
Bodhi Day | 8th day of the 12th lunar month of the Chinese calendar | Commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment. |
April Fool’s Day | 1 April | A day to joke around. |
Darwin’s Birthday | 12 February | A Day to celebrate the Birthday of Charles Darwin, the man who created Evolution. |
Day of Reason | Date Varies | A Day to celebrate reason |
New Years Eve | Dec 31 | To celebrate the end of the year |
Rosa Parks Day | Dec 1 | To celebrate the amazing accomplishments of Rosa Parks |
Halloween | Last Saturday of October | A day to celebrate the beginning of Fall |
9/11 Remembrance Day | Sep 11 | A day of mourning to remember the victims of the September 11th attacks |
Bowling History
On 21 October 2018, the 2018 MBA (Micronational Bowling Association) Finals occurred between the Democratic Republic of Seybold and the Republic of Tamcoop. The Finals occurred officially around 3 P.M. at a local bowling alley in the proximity of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, who was hosting the event. The athlete representing the Republic of Tamcoop was President Tammy G., while the representative of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was R.C. Jason Keourac, who won the 2018 SBL (Seybold Bowling League) Playoffs on 14 October 2018. The had a practice round first in which Jason Keourac received 122 points and Tammy G. Received 67 points, almost half of what Jason Keourac had. After the practice round, the Final game began. The pin per frame average for Jason Keourac was 8.4 ppf and the pin per frame average for Tammy G. was 6.3 ppf. Overall, Jason Keourac received an incredible 122 Points, beating Tammy G. and his own personal record. Tammy G. only received 71 points, which was terrible considering that she usually gets about 100 points. Jason Keourac won the aluminium metal, which is just like the Olympic Gold Medal (Winning Medal).
Demographics
Population
Area | Population | Percent of Seybold | Majority Political Party |
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Democratic Republic of Seybold | 18 | 100.00% | Green Party of Seybold |
Federal District of New Springfield | 7 | 38.89% | Green Party of Seybold |
Province of New Woodlelands | 12 | 66.67% | Green Party of Seybold |
Settlements
There are only two cities in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, New Springfield and Woodlelands City. Both have the same population as their districts do and they are both the capital of their districts.
The largest city by land and population is Woodlelands City, with a population of six, taking up about 85-90% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. New Springfield, the smallest city and capital of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, has a population of three, taking up 15-10% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Name | Type of Settlement | District | Population (City) | Percent of Seybold |
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New Springfield | City | Federal District of New Springfield | 7 | 35.29% |
Woodlelands City | City | Province of New Woodlelands | 9 | 52.94% |
Moore | Town | Province of New Woodlelands | 3 | 17.65% |
Ethnicity
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has five different races the inhabit that micronation. The majority race is Caucasian at 66.7% followed by Black at 13.3%, and a tie of Taiwanese-American, Indian American, and Hispanic at 6.7%, according to the March 2019 Census.
Religion
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has three officially recognized religions that inhabit the micronation. The majority religion is Christianity at 66.7%, followed closely by Buddhism at 20.0% followed by Partial-Hellenism at 6.7%, and a 6.7% of the population identifies as “not specified”, according to the March 2018 Census.
Language
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has one officially recognized language, but there is another language spoken in Seybold that is not officially recognized by the government. The majority language is English at 81.3%, Russian at 6.3%, and 12.5% of the micronation does not speak a language, according to the March 2019 Census. Even though it is not an official language, Esperanto has some presence in Seybold.
Notable People
- Cooper Norfolk, Founder and First President of Seybold
- Jason Keourac, Head of the Seybold Reserve and Secretary of State
- Iyan Seeker, Head of the Seybold Department of Construction and the Partial-Pacifist Party of Seybold
- Jax Moorefoot, Mayor of Moore and Head of the Farmer Party of Seybold
- Mei-Lin Off, Head of the Seybold Department of Art and Culture, Chairwoman of the Eucalyptus Party of Seybold and Director of Management and Budget
- Owen Itzen, Special Operations Navy Seal of the Seybold Reserve and Attorney General
- Jason Thomas, Head of the Seybold Department of Tourism, Chairman of the Humane Party of Seybold and Capital Chief of Staff
- Ayan Laverty, CEO of the Seybold Basketball League and Coach of the New Woodleland Bengal Cats
- Maxmillian Joseph, Former Chairman of the Stalinist Party of Seybold
- Emmett Winters, Head of the Seybold Department of Immigration
- Ben Oh, Head of the Seybold Department of Urban Development
- Liam Henry, Head of the Seybold Department of Elections
- Nathan Nats, Head of the Seybold Department of Environmental Protection and Carbon Control
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References
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Motto: Future Requiem (Latin for Restful Future) | |
Anthem: (Seybold Almighty) | |
Map of the mainland of Seybold | |
Capital | New Springfield |
Largest city | Woodlelands City |
Official languages | English and Russian |
Demonym(s) | Cupboldish (official) |
Government | Representative Democracy |
• President | Cooper Norfolk |
• Vice President | None |
• Attorney General | Owen Itzen |
Legislature | Sitzungssaal |
Establishment | 8 September 2018 |
Population | |
• (as of March 2019 Census) census | 18 |
Currency | Seyboldish Florin |
Time zone | GMT-5 |
Website Online Newspaper | |
This micronation was a full member of the New Eiffel Union of Micronations, the Florida Micronational Union, and was an Observer of the Grand Unified Micronational |
The Democratic Republic of Seybold (/ˈseybold/ sea-bold) was a micronation founded on 8 September 2018 by Current President Cooper Norfolk’s Florida Bedroom. He Declared Independence from the United States of America to attempt a realistic nation in a small area and to strengthen the Secessionist Movement in micronationalism.
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is located near the smaller micronation territory of Republic of Tamcoop and the inactive micronation Fort Dunkin. Seybold is a representative democracy with Cooper Norfolk as the head of state and President. The population of Seybold is 16 (humans), however it has two animal citizens, which are not necessarily counted as official citizens. The capital is New Springfield and the largest city is Woodlelands City, by population and size. Seybold has two official languages English and Russian along with an unofficial language, Esperanto.
Seybold became a member of Accentra on 24 February 2019 with Cooper Norfolk as the unofficial Ambassador representing Seybold in Accentra, the New Eiffel Union of Micronations on 25 November 2018, and an observer state of the GUM on 8 December 2018. Seybold was formerly a part of the Florida Micronational Union and the Union of Southern Micronations before they became defunct.
Seybold has two subdivisions that are in the mainland of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The largest of the subdivisions, by population and size, is the Province of New Woodlelands with a population of 12 and the smallest is the Federal District of New Springfield with a population of 6.
The Democratic Republic of Seybold scores a 4.00 on the Matthew's Democracy System of classification, as of 18 October 2018.
Etymology
The area that the Democratic Republic of Seybold is located near is known as the Larger Seybold Area, Florida.
History
Tamcoopese Era
Sometime during 2017, the area that currently is the Democratic Republic of Seybold joined the Republic of Tamcoop with the rest of the Province of Jasooper. Democratic Republic of Seybold was originally a part-time home to the former Vice President Cooper Norfolk, who eventually went on to found the Democratic Republic of Seybold, and the town of Doubledin. But peace only lasted for a while, as the Tamcoopese Provincial System, a system on the Tamcoop Government Private Computer that keeps the Provinces under control of Tamcoop was hacked into by Anti- Tamcoopese Citizen Ryan Funk. This meant that all provinces of the Republic of Tamcoop, excluding the provinces in the mainland and the Province of Fort Cusin due to the fact that they were on another computer, were ceded back to the United States.
Jasoopese Era
In all of the Chaos, then Vice President Cooper Norfolk resigned his position and went on to found the Democratic Kingdom of Jasooper on 23 April 2018, in which Democratic Republic of Seybold is located in. The Town name stayed the same but was home to Cooper Norfolk, King of Jasooper at the time, and Corrupt Politician Max White, who was later banned from Jasooper.
Springfield Era
The Federal District of Springfield was a part of the Republic of Iustus, joining 27 March 2018. It was at first just the bottom part of Democratic Republic of Seybold, but it was expanded to the upper part and the surrounded lands known as the town of Rugtopia at that point. The Federal District of Springfield sadly ended due to unknown reasons.
2018
On 8 September 2018, now President Cooper Norfolk finished the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Seybold by signing it in New Springfield, the Capital of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. Cooper Norfolk then wrote up the short Seyboldish Declaration of Independence and signed it in the same city. He mailed the Seyboldish Declaration of Independence to the United States of America Capital Building at around 9 A.M. UTC-5. On 16 September 2018, the 2018 High Election, in which the President is elected, occurred. Soon after the debate, the citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, which was only 1 at the time, voted. The voting session lasted for 57 minutes, until 11 A.M. when the results came out. There was 100% voter turnout and 100% of the votes went to President Cooper Norfolk. He was sworn in as President at 5:34 P.M. on the same day. On 16 September, 2018, President Cooper Norfolk was sworn in as President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The days of 17 September, 2018 through 23 September, 2018 were his first week of Presidency. The first thing that he did was create a national digital newspaper called the Seybold Today along with creating the Seybold Postal Service, or just SPS, the Department of Immigration and the Department of Construction. President Cooper Norfolk also created the designs of the Seyboldish Florin, the currency of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
In 2018, the Democratic Republic of Seybold saw a rise in military presence in the micronation. This started with the foundation of the Seybold Reserve, which currently has three registered members. The military body currently has not fought any conflicts, as the Democratic Republic of Seybold is a pacifist country. On 3 November, 2018, President Cooper Norfolk had the idea of a Weather Service for Seybold. Cooper Norfolk did not want this service to be controlled by the Government. So, he created the first ever Independent Agency in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, the Seybold Weather Service, also known as the SWS. The Seybold Weather Service is now an Independent Agency in Seybold that is dedicated to giving the citizens of Seybold the daily weather alerts. The Seybold Weather Service currently still operates in the Federal District of New Springfield.
There was more economic development in Seybold during 2018 with the creation of the Seybold Department of Tourism and the first ever Tourist attraction of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The tourist attraction contains a globe that has the micronations that Seybold recognizes on it. This tourist attraction is called the “Seybold World Map”. The globe was given to President Cooper Norfolk as a gift a couple of years ago. He gave the globe to the Seybold Department of Tourism to build this tourist attraction in the Province of New Woodlelands. In 2018, the first residential building in Seybold, which is a small, elevated house in New Springfield, the Federal District of New Springfield, was created in 2018 by President Cooper Norfolk. The residential property is just an apartment style building that takes up almost half of the top bunk bed that is in the Federal District of New Springfield. It is exactly 0.9797 square meters with two rooms, one the main area and the other the “bedroom” like area, which is just a pillow. On 1 December 2018, the Seybold Department of The Census asked all citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold multiple simple questions to compile the first ever Census of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This Census was one month late due to technical issues, as it was supposed to occur on November 1st, but it was delayed until 1 December. All eight citizens were asked about their name, age, religion, race, sex, languages are spoken, species, and employment or unemployment. Eight Census papers’ were turned in, meaning there are exactly eight citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The Census papers proved that the majority age of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is eleven at 25%, the majority religion of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is a tie between Christianity and Buddhism at 37.5%, the majority race of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Causcasian at 37.5%, the majority Sex of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Male at 75%, the Majority Language of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is English at 75%, the majority Species of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is Homo Sapiens at 75%, the unemployment rate is at 100%, and the Retirement rate is at 12.5%.
Maximilian Joseph’s “Civil War” and Deportation
Main article: Itzen Investigation and 2019 Seybold Civil War Threat
On 8 March 2019, Maxmillian Joseph, leader of the newly founded radicalist Stalinist Party of Seybold, announced that he was considering declaring a “civil war” on the majority of political parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The reason that “majority” was said was that the Socialist Party of Seybold sided with the Stalinist Party, due to similar ideologies and political placement. President Cooper Norfolk and other government members initially did not take this announcement seriously, but Mr. Joseph started saying rude statements to him and other government members related to the “civil war”. This frightened President Cooper Norfolk, making him re-think his previous initial reaction to this “declaration of civil war”. “I knew that Mr. Joseph is strong enough to fight a war, as he has previously defended himself in multiple previous fights,” said President Cooper Norfolk in a statement. “But I personally do not think he would have the social strength to gather support in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.” President Cooper Norfolk seemed to be slightly scared of Mr. Joseph, but President Cooper Norfolk did believe that he may have had more social and political knowledge than Mr. Joseph contained. Overall, this made President Cooper Norfolk very uncomfortable with the ongoing situation.
This caused President Cooper Norfolk to call an Emergency Council Meeting with the Seybold Emergency Council, which is a council consisting of only government members that discusses problems in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This Emergency Council meeting lasted for a short period of time on 8 March 2019 and was attending by President Cooper Norfolk himself and Iyan Seeker. The Emergency Council came to the conclusion that they would try to convince Maximilian Joseph to not declare a civil war. On 9 March 2019, the leader of the Stalinist Party of Seybold Maxmillian Joseph released a short statement to President Cooper Norfolk relating to the "Civil War" declaration previously made by him. In the statement, Mr. Joseph claimed that he reconsidered his choice to declare "war" against multiple political parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold and decided not to declare a "war" on the majority of political parties of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This surprised President Cooper Norfolk so much that he did not initially believe him. But, Mr. Joseph did seem to sincerely want to put an end to the "civil war" threats that he had been using in the previous day. President Cooper Norfolk was relieved when he heard this new development. He did not want to have to fight anyone, even though he thought he could stop the "civil war" with a simple discussion. When asked by the Seybold Today newspaper why he threatened to declare a “civil war”, he reportedly said simple things such as “okay” and “alrighty”. It was thought at that time that Maximilian Joseph, but further steps were to taken to conclude that he would not need to have a court case of sorts.
On 28 March 2019, newly appointed Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen announced that he had received a request from the Office of the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The request that Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen received from the Office of the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was relating to an investigation. The investigation that was requested is going to be a somewhat short investigation related to finding out more information on a national threat to the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This so-called national threat is Maximilian Joseph, chairman of the Stalin-Socialist Party of Seybold, past chairman of the Stalinist Party of Seybold, and the sole person who was involved in the 2019 Seybold Civil War Threat. Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen has been instructed to investigate Maximillian Joseph so that they have additional information against Maximillian Joseph when he is sued with charges of Treason and Conspiring Against the Government. The lawsuit will probably officially occur sometime in September or October, which is when it is expected that the Democratic Republic of Seybold would have a High Court Judge appointed and multiple laws specifying what treason means in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. Those two things have to happen for President Cooper Norfolk, who also requested the investigation against Maximillian Joseph, to have the ability to sue Maximillian Joseph. To help Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen start the investigation, it is rumoured that President Cooper Norfolk gave Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen instructions on what he had to do during the investigation. The instructions were put inside of a case that was then transferred to Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen at about 12:00 GMT-5.
On 5 April 2019, Attorney General Sons Owen Itzen announced that he had released the memo for the Itzen Investigation. The public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was very excited about the memo being released, as the majority of citizen want Maximilian Joseph, the man at the centre of this investigation, to be deported from the micronation. New citizens and old citizens alike are very happy about the memo being released, especially the citizens that were affected by the actions of Maximillian Joseph. Attorney General Sons Owen Itzen released the Itzen Memo to the current President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold President Cooper Norfolk to be reviewed and grammatically edited. President Cooper Norfolk finished the duty at about 06:00 GMT-5 and then distributed it among the citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold about two hours after it was edited. The memo was reportedly vague but allowed the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold to know that Maximilian Joseph could be punished.
On 6 April 2019, Attorney General SONS Owen Itzen, who was representing the Office of the Attorney General of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, announced that he had released the full Itzen Report of the official Itzen Investigation. That announcement was made at about 12:00 GMT-5 to President Cooper Norfolk, who then grammatically edited the report and submitted it to the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. The Itzen Report has been long awaited by citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold and many citizens were very happy to see it finally come. The Itzen Report is most likely the most important part of Seyboldish history for 2019 and in the entire existence of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. It is important because it is the first Federal Investigation that has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Seybold and it could result in the first deportation of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. This was also big news for the Norfolk Administration, as they had worked hard to get the investigation completed. The Norfolk Administration definitely celebrated the Report being released and had a small celebration consisting of President Cooper Norfolk only. After President Cooper Norfolk checked the report for grammar and spelling, he decided to release it to the public of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. He did this via the “Official Seybold Discord Server” and messaging citizens who had expressed feelings against Maximilian Joseph, the man at the center of the Itzen Investigation. The Itzen Report is four pages long with four paragraphs that describe the crimes of Maximilian Joseph. The Investigation concluded that Maximilian Joseph was found guilty for Treason Conspiring against the Government, for threatening to declare a civil war, Harassment, for saying very awful and inappropriate thing to citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, and Threatening a Government Member, for threatening to murder Emmett Winters, head of the Seybold Department of Immigration. These crimes eventually led up to the deportation of Maximilian Joseph.
On 8 April 2019, the President of the Democratic Republic of Seybold announced that he had printed a Notice of Deportation. This Notice of Deportation was printed by him on behalf of the Seybold Department of Immigration since the Head of the Seybold Department of Immigration Emmett Winters did not have the technology to print such things at the moment. The Notice of Deportation was going to Maximilian Joseph, who was going to be deported on the ground of him committing the crimes of Treason, Conspiring against the Government, Harassment, and Threatening a Government Member.
Government and politics
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is a Presidential Republic, which features a distinct separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches. The government of Seybold is divided into two primary branches: the Upper Branch, consisting of various departments and executives, and the Lower Branch, which includes the National Assembly and the Lawmakers' Council.
Lawmakers’ Council
The Lawmakers’ Council serves as a crucial component of the Lower Branch of the Seyboldish Government. This council is comprised of members from the President's cabinet and is responsible for several key functions: - Approving proposed laws, - Evaluating the constitutionality of legislation, - Modifying existing laws, - Requiring the National Assembly to re-vote on certain bills.
Members of the Lawmakers’ Council can be dismissed by either the President or the Vice President in cases of corruption or legal violations. Each Lawmaker can serve a maximum of two consecutive two-year terms. The High Court of Seybold also operates within the Lower Branch, ensuring judicial oversight.
National Assembly
The National Assembly represents the Lower Branch of Seybold's government and is composed of representatives from the various provinces and territories of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. A representative in the National Assembly can propose legislation for a vote among their peers. If a bill receives majority support, it is forwarded to a designated Lawmaker who specializes in the subject matter of the bill; if it does not receive sufficient votes, it does not pass into law.
The head of the National Assembly is the Vice President, who oversees the organization of House sessions, has the authority to close meetings at any time, and conducts proceedings. Representatives in the National Assembly can serve an unlimited number of terms, provided they continue to be elected by their constituents. In cases of corruption or constitutional violations, representatives can be removed by the Vice President, and the President may appoint a temporary representative to serve until the next election.
Departments
Below is a list of all of the current Departments of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Department | Logo | Head | Duties | Employees | Foundation |
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Department of Citizenship (SDC) | Liam Smith | Manage citizenship applications and status | 1 | 15 November 2018 | |
Department of Identity (SDI) | Sophie Johnson | Issue identity cards and manage identification processes | 2 | 22 November 2018 | |
Department of Immigration (SDIgm) | File:SDIgm.jpeg | Michael Brown | Regulate immigration policies and procedures | 3 | 30 November 2018 |
Department of Civil Rights (SDCR) | File:SDCR.jpeg | Emily Davis | Protect and promote civil rights for all citizens | 2 | 5 December 2018 |
Department of Population Statistics (SDPS) | File:SDPS.jpeg | Olivia White | Collect and analyze population data | 3 | 12 December 2018 |
Department of Integration (SDIgr) | File:SDIgr.jpeg | James Wilson | Promote integration initiatives for new citizens | 2 | 18 December 2018 |
Department of Voting Services (SDVS) | File:SDVS.jpeg | Charlotte Taylor | Administer voting rights and electoral processes | 4 | 25 December 2018 |
Department of Public Engagement (SDPE) | File:SDPE.jpeg | Benjamin Lewis | Facilitate civic engagement and community participation | 2 | 1 January 2019 |
Department of Human Rights (SDHR) | File:SDHR.jpeg | Ava Robinson | Protect and promote human rights in the nation | 2 | 8 January 2019 |
Department of Gender Equality (SDGE) | File:SDGE.jpeg | Mia Hall | Advocate for gender equality policies and practices | 3 | 15 January 2019 |
Parties and elections
The Democratic Republic of Seybold has a High Election, in which the President is elected, a Middle Election, in which the Governors, Lawmakers’ Council members, and National Assembly members are elected, and a Lower Election, in which Mayors of cities are elected.
These are the Political Parties in the Democratic Republic of Seybold. There currently are just 23 parties, with the Marijuana Rights Protection Party of Seybold, which has been converted to the Green Party of Seybold, being the first and oldest political party in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, led by President Cooper Norfolk.
Foreign relations
Formal Recognition
- Empire of Iustus (9 September 2018)
- Gymnasium State (27 September 2018)
- Federal Kingdom of Arkonia (15 October 2018)
Seybold does not Recognize
- Principality of Andany (Simulated Micronation)
- Kingdom of Auvenum (Simulated aspects claimed by the Government)
Condemned Micronations and Macronations
- Republic of Tamcoop (Corrupt Government and lack of true Democracy) (Condemning Reversed by Tamcoop Democracy Agreement)
Geography and Climate
Overall Geography
The Democratic Republic of Seybold is a small bedroom in Florida, the United States of America. It is completely flat.
Territory
Name | Flag | Coat of Arms | Governor | Representatives in National Assembly | Citizens | |
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Provinces | ||||||
New Woodlelands | Jason Keourac | 6 | 12 | |||
Federal Districts | ||||||
New Springfield | Kof Fog | 3 | 6 |
Economy
Currency
The currency of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is the Seyboldish Florin, which has been pegged to 0.23 USD since there is currently not many Seyboldish Florins in circulation. The National Bank of Seybold currently holds 100% of the unused Seyboldish Florins in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Culture
Citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold mainly are influenced by American and other North American cultures. There is also a noticeable amount of "Pirate" culture in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, according to the 2019 Offest Cultural Census. Overall, the entire micronation is influenced by American, Canadian and Russian culture, mainly in the government. The Democratic Republic of Seybold has a constitution and government system that is very similar to the ones of the United States of America. The Democratic Republic of Seybold is similar to Russia because of the political presence of the Stalin-Socialism Party of Seybold in 2019 and the love for Russian music through some citizens of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
44.40% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold views entertainment and news through television. The other 56.60% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold views entertainment through Apple devices, Radio, Reddit, PS4, and other streaming services. On such devices, Music Choice is watched by 22.20% of the micronation while the other parts of the micronation watch entertainment services such as ESPN, NPR, HBO, and various other mainstream entertainment companies.
In the Democratic Republic of Seybold, Social Media website like Reddit, Webtoon and YouTube are very popular among citizens. The most used Subreddits among citizens are /r/MaliciousCompliance and /r/entitledparents.
Seyboldish citizens tend to prefer to like Reggae, Hip-hop and Rock music over other types of music, even though Brasshouse and Classical music is very popular. Bob Marley is the most popular artist in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, followed by Too Many Zooz, Dave Brubeck, and Post Malone. Video game music is also insanely popular in the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Citizens of Seybold tend to enjoy Christian and Buddhist holidays like Christmas, Easter and the Kathina Ceremony. American and Russian holidays such as Thanksgiving and International Labour Day are also very popular among citizens.
Pizza, Chinese Food and other "junk food" is somewhat popular among Seyboldish citizens and are favourited to eat during appopriate times.
Other National Symbols
The National Instrument of the Democratic Republic of Seybold is the Saxophone and the National Fruit is the Watermelon.
Holidays
The Democratic Republic of Seybold has 20 Official Recognized by the Government Holidays. They are down below.
Holiday | Date | Meaning |
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New Years Day | 1 Jan | To celebrate the beginning of a new year |
Christmas | 25 December | Celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. |
Easter | 21 April | Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. |
Vesak | 19 May | Celebrate |
Magha Puja | Date Varies | A day to do be good and cleanse one's mind |
Buddha’s Birthday | 8 April | Acknowledgement of the Life and Enlightenment of Buddha. |
Asalha Puja Day | Typically takes place in July, on the full moon of the eighth lunar month (the full moon of Cancer). | Celebrating as it does the Buddha’s first sermon in which he set out to his five former associates the doctrine that had come to him following his enlightenment. |
Uposatha | Different Days each Month (Multiple Days) | Day of observance, in existence from the Buddha's time. |
Kathina Ceremony | October and November | It is a time of giving, for the laity to express gratitude to bhikkhus (Buddhist monks). |
Abhidhamma Day | Date Varies | Abhidhamma Day celebrates Gautama Buddha's descent from tushita heaven after teaching his mother the Abhidhamma. |
Loy Krathong | Date Varies | A Day to pay respect to the river spirits, and specifically Phra Mae Khongkha, the Goddess of Water. |
Madhu Purnima | Date Varies | A Day of the commemoration of the service and support rendered by the animals of the Parilyeyok forest to Gautam Buddha. |
Avalokitesvara’s Birthday | First Full Moon of March | A day celebrates the Bodhisattva ideal and Avalokitesvara’s Birthday. |
Bodhi Day | 8th day of the 12th lunar month of the Chinese calendar | Commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment. |
April Fool’s Day | 1 April | A day to joke around. |
Darwin’s Birthday | 12 February | A Day to celebrate the Birthday of Charles Darwin, the man who created Evolution. |
Day of Reason | Date Varies | A Day to celebrate reason |
New Years Eve | Dec 31 | To celebrate the end of the year |
Rosa Parks Day | Dec 1 | To celebrate the amazing accomplishments of Rosa Parks |
Halloween | Last Saturday of October | A day to celebrate the beginning of Fall |
9/11 Remembrance Day | Sep 11 | A day of mourning to remember the victims of the September 11th attacks |
Bowling History
On 21 October 2018, the 2018 MBA (Micronational Bowling Association) Finals occurred between the Democratic Republic of Seybold and the Republic of Tamcoop. The Finals occurred officially around 3 P.M. at a local bowling alley in the proximity of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, who was hosting the event. The athlete representing the Republic of Tamcoop was President Tammy G., while the representative of the Democratic Republic of Seybold was R.C. Jason Keourac, who won the 2018 SBL (Seybold Bowling League) Playoffs on 14 October 2018. The had a practice round first in which Jason Keourac received 122 points and Tammy G. Received 67 points, almost half of what Jason Keourac had. After the practice round, the Final game began. The pin per frame average for Jason Keourac was 8.4 ppf and the pin per frame average for Tammy G. was 6.3 ppf. Overall, Jason Keourac received an incredible 122 Points, beating Tammy G. and his own personal record. Tammy G. only received 71 points, which was terrible considering that she usually gets about 100 points. Jason Keourac won the aluminium metal, which is just like the Olympic Gold Medal (Winning Medal).
Demographics
Population
Area | Population | Percent of Seybold | Majority Political Party |
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Democratic Republic of Seybold | 18 | 100.00% | Green Party of Seybold |
Federal District of New Springfield | 7 | 38.89% | Green Party of Seybold |
Province of New Woodlelands | 12 | 66.67% | Green Party of Seybold |
Settlements
There are only two cities in the Democratic Republic of Seybold, New Springfield and Woodlelands City. Both have the same population as their districts do and they are both the capital of their districts.
The largest city by land and population is Woodlelands City, with a population of six, taking up about 85-90% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold. New Springfield, the smallest city and capital of the Democratic Republic of Seybold, has a population of three, taking up 15-10% of the Democratic Republic of Seybold.
Name | Type of Settlement | District | Population (City) | Percent of Seybold |
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New Springfield | City | Federal District of New Springfield | 7 | 35.29% |
Woodlelands City | City | Province of New Woodlelands | 9 | 52.94% |
Moore | Town | Province of New Woodlelands | 3 | 17.65% |
Ethnicity
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has five different races the inhabit that micronation. The majority race is Caucasian at 66.7% followed by Black at 13.3%, and a tie of Taiwanese-American, Indian American, and Hispanic at 6.7%, according to the March 2019 Census.
Religion
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has three officially recognized religions that inhabit the micronation. The majority religion is Christianity at 66.7%, followed closely by Buddhism at 20.0% followed by Partial-Hellenism at 6.7%, and a 6.7% of the population identifies as “not specified”, according to the March 2018 Census.
Language
The Democratic Republic of Seybold currently has one officially recognized language, but there is another language spoken in Seybold that is not officially recognized by the government. The majority language is English at 81.3%, Russian at 6.3%, and 12.5% of the micronation does not speak a language, according to the March 2019 Census. Even though it is not an official language, Esperanto has some presence in Seybold.
Notable People
- Cooper Norfolk, Founder and First President of Seybold
- Jason Keourac, Head of the Seybold Reserve and Secretary of State
- Iyan Seeker, Head of the Seybold Department of Construction and the Partial-Pacifist Party of Seybold
- Jax Moorefoot, Mayor of Moore and Head of the Farmer Party of Seybold
- Mei-Lin Off, Head of the Seybold Department of Art and Culture, Chairwoman of the Eucalyptus Party of Seybold and Director of Management and Budget
- Owen Itzen, Special Operations Navy Seal of the Seybold Reserve and Attorney General
- Jason Thomas, Head of the Seybold Department of Tourism, Chairman of the Humane Party of Seybold and Capital Chief of Staff
- Ayan Laverty, CEO of the Seybold Basketball League and Coach of the New Woodleland Bengal Cats
- Maxmillian Joseph, Former Chairman of the Stalinist Party of Seybold
- Emmett Winters, Head of the Seybold Department of Immigration
- Ben Oh, Head of the Seybold Department of Urban Development
- Liam Henry, Head of the Seybold Department of Elections
- Nathan Nats, Head of the Seybold Department of Environmental Protection and Carbon Control
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References
- ↑ The ranking is measured by the number of members in the political party.