Fern Hansa finally found four members of Congress to sign a petition, successfully bypassing Buck, and submitted a bill to Congress to remove Bloemfontein and Cape Town from their status as capitals.
On February 1, Congress held a public debate on the bill.
"It's ridiculous for a country to have three capitals. The last country to do this was the Ottoman Empire, which had already collapsed. The Ottoman Empire was still a dual system with only two capitals. We have three. Are there three pillars? So we must change.
The current situation is that when the three capitals were originally determined, there were special historical conditions at that time. The situation now is completely different from that at the beginning. The authority of the federal government is unshakable, so it is imperative to cancel the capital status of Bloemfontein and Cape Town!
"Fern's Hanseatic language is amazing. With the gradual popularity of Chinese culture, members of Congress in Southern Africa know more and more about the allusions in Chinese history.
As Vern Hansa's speech ended, warm applause broke out in the parliament hall. It seemed that Vern Hansa's proposal was indeed approved by the majority of members.
Of course, there were definitely boos, but the boos were mainly concentrated in the areas where the Orange and Cape state MPs were located. Compared with the warm applause, the opposition voices were obviously weak.
Vern Hansa didn't care about the sporadic boos. When he left the podium, he bowed slightly in a gentlemanly manner, which complemented the reserved smile on his face.
Buck was not in a hurry and waited until the applause gradually died down before banging the gavel in his hand.
"Is there any objection?" Buck said in a routine manner. There are objections without asking.
"I object!"
"That's nonsense!"
"This is a gross disrespect to Bloemfontein and Cape Town -"
There were still many voices of opposition, and more than a dozen congressmen raised their hands at the same time to ask for the floor.
"Shut up, you have no right to object-"
"You still have the nerve to object? Look at what you have done over the years?"
"Forget it about Cape Town, what qualifications does Bloemfontein have to become the legislative capital?"
Not to be outdone, the supporting MPs focused mainly on Bloemfontein. Bloemfontein was originally designated as the legislative capital to appease the Boers. Now that the Boers have basically digested it, Bloemfontein has lost its role as the capital.
qualifications.
At least that's what it seems on the surface.
"Bloemfontein as the legislative capital is a decision of the federal government, which is as unchangeable as the constitution -"
"Nonsense, the constitution can also be modified——"
When congressmen quarrel, they are actually not much better than the wet market ladies. Sometimes they are even more extreme than the wet market ladies. At least the wet market ladies only quarrel without taking action, while several congressmen with fierce attitudes have already begun to raise their arms.
Roll up your sleeves and prepare to convince people with your "reasons".
Truth only lies within the range of a cannon.
"Quiet, please be quiet -" Buck had not yet established enough authority, and the gavel banged, but it had little effect.
Then Buck took a deep breath, his face was as sinking as water, he raised his palms high, used his big arm to drive his forearm, and slammed it on the table: "Shut up!"
Gee, is it really okay to be so rude in such a solemn occasion as the Congress?
Regardless of whether it is a gaffe or not, the effect is still there.
Buck's ability to become speaker did not depend entirely on Rock's support. At the very least, the congressmen from the three northern states still had to give him face.
Then the situation will be effectively controlled.
Yes, those who are most in favor are the members of the three northern states, while those who are opposed are the members of Cape State and Orange State. Other states such as Bechuanaland, Lorenzo Marquez, Basutoland, and Swaziland are almost
They have no sense of presence, and they usually don't express opinions.
Of course, there is still a basic position. Most of the time, the representatives of Bechuanaland and Lourenço Marquez will maintain the same position as the three northern states.
Members of Parliament from Basutoland and Swaziland are undecided.
This situation may change in the next few years. The current populations of Basutoland and Swaziland are mainly Chinese. It will not be long before the number of Chinese parliamentarians will increase significantly.
"Congressman Jameson, the next time belongs to you -" Buck waited for ten seconds before calling his name, and the opportunity was given to Dr. Starr Jameson of the Cape.
Dr. Starr Jameson is definitely a legend in southern Africa. There were rumors twenty years ago that Dr. Starr Jameson was terminally ill, but he is still alive. Last year, he even wanted to compete with Philip for Prime Minister. This guy probably
There are nine lives.
"The dual system of the Ottoman Empire consisted of two capitals, two governments, and even two systems. This is different from our situation. Although we have three capitals, they are all under the leadership of the federal government. The chaotic situation in the Ottoman Empire is
It will not happen in our southern Africa--" Dr. Starr Jameson first rebutted Vern Hanse's dual system before beginning his own speech: "--when the federal government was established, the establishment of the
Fontaine, Cape Town, and Pretoria do have special reasons for being the capital, but it is not like what the Hanseatic Member said. Now the situation has changed - Bloemfontein and Cape Town are respectively the legislative
The capital and judicial capital has been playing an important role over the years. Our laws are gradually improving, the judiciary is fair and impartial, and Southern Africa is prospering - so is the current situation really going to change? Cancel the laws of Bloemfontein and Cape Town.
Capital status is very simple, but if we do this, what consequences will arise is what we have to consider."
Dr. Starr Jameson always looks sick and confusing.
He also spoke intermittently, his movements were shaky, and he felt like he needed to take oxygen at the next moment.
However, as a veteran politician in southern Africa, Dr. Starr Jameson’s words are still very weighty. He is right. The cancellation of the capital status of Bloemfontein and Cape Town may lead to the collapse of Orange and Cape Town.
The serious dissatisfaction between the two states may lead to unspeakable situations.
If this affects the development of southern Africa, is it worth it? This is a question worth thinking about.
As Dr. Starr Jameson finished speaking, the parliament hall fell into a brief silence.
Then there was a constant buzz, with members of Congress talking, some in favor, some against, some neutral, and still others fanning the flames.
"In fact, the existence of three capitals has had a huge impact on the efficiency of the federal government. Bloemfontein makes the laws, Pretoria is responsible for enforcing them, and finally the trial is held in Cape Town. Open the map and take a look. Three
How far is the distance from the capital, and how much time and money is wasted? We cannot let this situation continue to happen just because we are worried about the consequences. I admit that this possibility does exist and will always exist, so we are prepared
What should I do? Should I endure the waste of time and money and low efficiency forever, or take a certain risk and solve this problem forever - I think this does not need to be considered." Vern Hansa is also well prepared.
What Vern Hansa said is correct, the danger is indeed there, but just because there is a possibility of danger, you cannot do nothing.
"Congressman Vern Hansa, I have to remind you that no matter what decision we have to make, we must carefully consider every possibility that will arise, rather than act recklessly without thinking-" Buck's position is obvious, the higher the position
The greater the responsibility, it is irresponsible to say "no need to consider".
Even if something is correct, it still needs to be fully demonstrated and then the most appropriate solution can be found.
Maybe it doesn’t have to be the most suitable, just relatively suitable.
But no matter what, you can't make a decision on your head.
"Your Excellency Speaker, the bill proposed by the five members of Congress is definitely not a random act without thinking, but a joint decision after careful consideration." Vern Hansa is still a gentleman. No matter whether this bill can be passed or not, Vern Hansa will
He has become famous in one battle.
Buck didn't engage in these verbal disputes. He saw that the heat was almost over, and then began to vote.
If you agree with the motion, raise your hands; if you disagree or are neutral, don't raise your hands. If two-thirds of the members agree, the motion will be passed.
Vern Hansa was the first to raise his hand.
Then the atmosphere suddenly became weird.
In the entire parliament hall, there were hundreds of members of Congress, and for ten seconds, not a second person raised his hand.
Vern Hansa looked like he'd seen a ghost.
His proposal was able to bypass Buck because it was co-signed by four other congressmen, so even if the other congressmen did not agree, the co-signing congressmen should still approve it.
But now, the other four co-signers did not raise their hands.
Vern Hansa looked at a familiar congressman who also signed the proposal.
The congressman avoided looking at Vern Hansa.
Vern Hansa looked at another congressman who also signed.
This time he finally got something. This MP, who was also from the Transvaal, reluctantly raised his hand under the angry and expectant eyes of Vern Hansa.
Then it was like an agreement was made, and finally some members raised their hands in favor, but they were as sparse as seedlings in a natural disaster year.
There is no need to count, it is obviously less than two-thirds, not even one-third.
Buck's face remained expressionless, but his frown slowly relaxed.
Sure enough, Congress has never been the Speaker's Congress, but the Congress of a marquis who has never been in the parliament hall.
what is this?
You are not in the world, but there are legends about you in the world!
"The number of votes in favor was insufficient and the bill was not passed." Buck finally knocked the gavel in his hand.
The parliament hall suddenly erupted with whistles and applause.
MPs from Orange and Cape States.
The other congressmen looked at those congressmen who applauded and whistled as if they were fools.
The fact that the motion was not passed actually has nothing to do with these people. If someone hadn't said hello, you guys would be in mourning right now.
ps: No matter how stubborn you are about not raising a flag, there have been too many things going on recently. The elder who was in a car accident now has a cerebral infarction——
