

11.4- The Election of 2244
33 snips Nov 11, 2024
Mars craved representation but soon realized its voice was ignored. The death of Vernon Byrd catalyzed a push for independence, deeply influenced by the psychological factors at play. Timothy Warner emerged as a key revolutionary, leveraging his privilege and curiosity to drive change. Meanwhile, Omnicore faced internal strife during the elections, spurring a challenger determined to overhaul the corporate structure. The election results revealed a newfound awareness among Martian shareholders, hinting at a dramatic shift in corporate control.
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Werner's Rise
- Timothy Werner's privileged upbringing instilled a zealous self-regard and belief in his own ideas.
- Despite family connections, Werner's constant suggestions for improvement were initially ignored.
The Election of 2242
- In 2242, three board members died, creating vacancies.
- Werner ran for the board on a platform of "fresh ideas", securing a seat despite only garnering 4% of the total vote.
Werner's Impact
- Werner's board position allowed open criticism of the existing leadership.
- Discussions emerged about reconsidering the life tenure policy for board members.