I'd like to start by thanking Donovan Zoi for his encouragement to run and for making this one of the more challenging races I've seen. I think we'd both make great Presidents, and Fanatikos will only be better by our presence!
Fellow citizens, I took on this challenge not because I think President Donovan Zoi has done a poor job - far from it. Nor do I think I can be that much better than he - we're both pretty darn good at this. I think I bring a different set of skills and ideas to the office, ones that I feel will help Fanatikos grow and develop.
My first task will be to create a strategy for Middle Age wonders. We'll look at all the wonders, and determine which ones we want and at what priority. We'll then take that list, and review it often to see if the time is right to start on construction for it, and which city should construct it. We'll create backup plans, just in case we don't get the wonder. These plans will be reviewed and changed as needed. During all of these discussions, I will encourage the Governors to be active and fair. Their support and assistance is critical.
I will create a solid plan for our work force. We're going to be growing rapidly soon. Our cities will need to continue their development. I will give our Governors advance notice of their worker allocations, and make sure that our workforce is at the right level.
I will lead discussions on our future development plans. We'll look through the upcoming technologies and see what our scientists are working on. Our city planners can use that information to create build queues that balance their needs, military needs and national needs.
With our upcoming switch to Republic, we will be able to complete important projects faster through massive cash expenditures. I will create a discussion on a general strategy for cash rushes, and actively work with the elected officials on these rushes. Our military will not be neglected, as those that defend us from harm, both home and abroad, must be kept well trained, and well equipped.
I will work with the Minister of Defense to review and update our military plans. Do we have enough troops? What do we need? I'll then work with the Governors to integrate those needs in their build queues.
I will work with the Designated Player pool, to keep it organized and running smooth. Future DP's will be notified in advance, so they can schedule their sessions early. DP's with questions can get answers in the FAQ, and will have a template (Thanks, CG!) to use for their instruction thread. I'll review the instructions as leaders post them, and find areas that are missing, or vague. I'll remind leaders to post instructions, if they haven't already done so.
I will be a President that leads the strategy discussions, and works to keep the game flowing for you. I will work to help our elected officials work together and in concert.
I think I'd make a good President, and I hope you agree by voting for Ravensfire.
Thanks,
-- Ravensfire, candidate for President
Good luck! 
