The Old Republic was the Republic of legend, greater than distance or time. Before a cruel and ruthless Empire supplanted it, the Old Republic was the democratic union that governed a galaxy for thousands of years. Those who lived in it knew it as the Galactic Republic, or more simply, the Republic.
Ruling the Republic was the Galactic Senate, a governing body comprising elected or appointed representatives from across the galaxy. From within that Senate, a Supreme Chancellor was elected. Justice and peace in the Republic was protected by the Jedi Knights, a noble order of Force-sensitives.
As the Republic grew more and more powerful, many of the bureaucrats and Senators that ran the government grew increasingly corrupt or complacent. The bureaucracy that had grown and festered over millennia choked any attempt at proactive government. Furthermore, partisan politics and personal agendas also hampered effective governing.
Into this mire stepped the ambitious Senator Palpatine from Naboo. His homeworld was under siege by the greedy Neimoidian Trade Federation, as protest to increased tariffs and taxation to outlying trade routes. Despite the full-scale invasion of the planet, the call to react was tied up in procedure. When Queen Amidala -- the elected leader of the sovereign system of Naboo -- spoke before the Senate, calling for action, she also called for a Vote of No Confidence in the leadership of the Republic.
The well-meaning but politically clumsy Chancellor Valorum was voted out of office. In his place, Palpatine was elected Supreme Chancellor. Despite promises of bringing order and compassion back to the Republic, the first decade of his term was blighted by great political upheaval. A separatist movement, led by the charismatic Count Dooku, began splitting the Republic, and it was all the Jedi could do to maintain order.
This chaotic political climate precipitated the dark times that overcame the galaxy. The Republic crumbled and was rebuilt in the guise of the New Order.
Ruling the Republic was the Galactic Senate, a governing body comprising elected or appointed representatives from across the galaxy. From within that Senate, a Supreme Chancellor was elected. Justice and peace in the Republic was protected by the Jedi Knights, a noble order of Force-sensitives.
As the Republic grew more and more powerful, many of the bureaucrats and Senators that ran the government grew increasingly corrupt or complacent. The bureaucracy that had grown and festered over millennia choked any attempt at proactive government. Furthermore, partisan politics and personal agendas also hampered effective governing.
Into this mire stepped the ambitious Senator Palpatine from Naboo. His homeworld was under siege by the greedy Neimoidian Trade Federation, as protest to increased tariffs and taxation to outlying trade routes. Despite the full-scale invasion of the planet, the call to react was tied up in procedure. When Queen Amidala -- the elected leader of the sovereign system of Naboo -- spoke before the Senate, calling for action, she also called for a Vote of No Confidence in the leadership of the Republic.
The well-meaning but politically clumsy Chancellor Valorum was voted out of office. In his place, Palpatine was elected Supreme Chancellor. Despite promises of bringing order and compassion back to the Republic, the first decade of his term was blighted by great political upheaval. A separatist movement, led by the charismatic Count Dooku, began splitting the Republic, and it was all the Jedi could do to maintain order.
This chaotic political climate precipitated the dark times that overcame the galaxy. The Republic crumbled and was rebuilt in the guise of the New Order.
by not a starwars geek November 30, 2004
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by ivana March 21, 2005
by Squid Wrangler March 27, 2005
Bullshits, bullshits, bullshits.
Nobody of you is czech. So how can you speak loud of our country? I rather don't want to see that foolish creature, who would believe this mucks.
Our country hasn't history? You silly polandian, try to remind Karel IV, isn't it he, who had half of your country in his kingdom? We've never fought for our country? Do you know something about the world war one legions? They fought against Habsburg monarchy, to free our country from their ruling.
And the haircut? You are trying to be funny? Elektronik Supersonik, anyone who would listen it to end listen how Zladko said ,, long live Molvania, long live'', I think Molvania is not Czech Republic, Molvania doesn't exist, Zladko from that videoclip is Rumaninan.
Try to think before you write something...
Nobody of you is czech. So how can you speak loud of our country? I rather don't want to see that foolish creature, who would believe this mucks.
Our country hasn't history? You silly polandian, try to remind Karel IV, isn't it he, who had half of your country in his kingdom? We've never fought for our country? Do you know something about the world war one legions? They fought against Habsburg monarchy, to free our country from their ruling.
And the haircut? You are trying to be funny? Elektronik Supersonik, anyone who would listen it to end listen how Zladko said ,, long live Molvania, long live'', I think Molvania is not Czech Republic, Molvania doesn't exist, Zladko from that videoclip is Rumaninan.
Try to think before you write something...
by František Novotný January 1, 2008
A place where mentally retarded people with internet connections screech all day long about a man who's been out of office for 5 years and the "Liberal Media".
The forum members also get swindled out of millions of dollars a year by someone who's a wee bit less a retard than the members.
The forum members also get swindled out of millions of dollars a year by someone who's a wee bit less a retard than the members.
by Mark_Chonks April 4, 2006
Taiwan and China's real name. The Republic of China. is currently being destroyed by Communist bandits and bleeding heart DPPers.
the CCP of the mainland and the DPP (AKA: Pan-Green) of Taiwan are not legitimate governments. The Republic of China is the true China. Chen Shui-Bian and Hu Jintao must go!
China + Taiwan = Republic of China
China + Taiwan = Republic of China
by The Harmeister July 31, 2006
A Government system in which a Chaz can be spotted drawing psychedelic drawings in an art book at a bar. Normally during the day time hours.
Joe: Hey, is that guy over there drawing at the bar?
Shelly: Yes, that is a legislative representative of The Republic of Chaz.
Shelly: Yes, that is a legislative representative of The Republic of Chaz.
by rarw October 16, 2008