Even after the diet's initial session regarding budget allocations was postponed, the current session already threatens to become a drawn-out affair.
Today in the assembly, Speaker Hartmann, leader of the Imperial Faction, debated intensely with his rivals, the Republican Faction. The hall quickly turned into a whirlwind of dirty jeers. Mayor MacDowell struggled to keep order. In the end, only a meager three pieces of legislation were approved.
◆About the Upcoming Mayoral Election◆
Incumbent mayor
Mayor MacDowell's term will end in four months' time. That means the next mayoral election is coming up soon. Yesterday, MacDowell, who previously declared he would retire after the current term, made a statement, 'I can't leave the government in its current state.' Speaker Hartmann is rumored to have plans to run for the office, after having already secured his next term as speaker. If elected, a politician from his Imperial Faction would likely take his seat as speaker. Representative Campbell of the Republican Faction is wary of this and has been using his connections to try to establish a third candidate. Between the prolonged budget meeting and the looming mayoral election, the heated battle for political office has just begun.
◆How Will It Turn Out?◆
We asked an expert in business about the upcoming election, none other than Chairman Mors of the Business Owners' Association (response below):
'This election will focus on how trustworthy the candidates are. The citizens are fed up with the political chaos. They will want to lend their support to a candidate who can both reform the government and improve the state.'
[Finance] Economy Is Booming
Businesses in the city benefited royally from such a successful Anniversary Festival. With the IBC's interim report, signs suggest that those affiliated with the IBC's ventures will see even more growth. Construction-related companies are acting cautious due to the budget committee's status, but it seems that investors are interested after seeing next year's economic forecast.
[Society] Powerful Monsters Appear?
We have received reports that never-before-seen monsters have been spotted on highways around Crossbell. Citizens and tourists walking the roads have already suffered injuries, and the Bracer Guild is imploring people to exercise caution.
[Leisure] Crossbell's Gourmet Experience
Morges Bakery on West Street has captured the public's hearts and stomachs with its freshly-baked bread. It even offers a new special bread every month. With my mouth stuffed, I can only utter, 'Superb!' Oscar, only 18 years old, is the genius behind these specialties. Why not check out this young prodigious patissier's creations for yourself?
