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On behalf of the entire American government, the White House is proud to announce the formation of a new alliance, Sigma. Rather than joining one of the currently-established alliances, which would strengthen bonds with certain allies and hurt our standing with others, we have decided to develop a new alliance with our most brolic bros. We are proud to stand united with the United Kingdom, Sweden, and potentially others.
We in Sigma are not supportive of one alliance over another – ALPHA is ALPHA, TM is TM. However, we Americans will loyally defend our friends, just as we have as an independent, non-aligned country. Now that we are part of a new alliance, we will continue to defend the same values abroad that we have throughout our storied history. Regardless of alignment, our friends are our friends, and we will aid them in their times of need, just as we know they will help us when we are in need.
Sigma’s charter has been drawn up by the U.S. Department of Media and has been ratified by the Congresses of the US, the UK, and Sweden. These nations have begun selecting a Secretary-General and Sigma’s general headquarters. The WHPR will keep you updated as to when Sigma goes live!
Congratulations to New Vice-President DerpyHooves!
Following the banning, freeing, and subsequent re-banning of former Vice-President Leroy Combs, President
Uncle Sam has selected his replacement for the No. 2 spot. 
Lilith of Apollyon , formerly an advisor to the president, is the new Vice-President! Congratulations to Derpy – on behalf of the White House, we look forward to working with you as second-in-command.
Pulitzer Prizes!
The inaugural Pulitzer Prizes have been awarded! The Pulitzer Prizes are named after the citizens who donated enough to fund the entire prize for an extended period of time – though at heart, they’re just the Pulitzer Prizes . If you would like to donate to fund the prize for future months (August and beyond), please contact Secretary
Mark Michaelson . Here are the winning articles:
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The CmdrGhost PULITZER PRIZE for Most Well-Written Article
”Gold > Stuff” by
Hekter
This article is one of the deepest, most thoughtful articles ever written about game theory. He puts into words and numbers the exact reasoning that disproves the generally-held theory from “the other game”, that stuff – assets like food and weapons – are more valuable than gold. It’s not an overly-mathematical article, but rather an intelligent, well-explained opine on an issue that can be confusing and controversial.
Honorable Mention: ”Second Labor of Hercules” by
Khaled Ibrahim
The FilthyRich PULITZER PRIZE for Best Joke/Troll Article
”Rights for the Oppressed” by
Shylock
How ironic that the person who donated money for this prize is getting his gold back this month. This is a very funny and obviously troll article written in response to the banning of former Vice-President Leroy Combs. He discusses why multi accounts deserve the same basic rights as the main accounts of their owners. And he delivers a great punch line at the end, too.
Honorable Mention: ”Presidential Debate Political Cartoon” by
American_insurgent
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Congratulations to the winners of the first Pulitzer Prizes! The next set of prizes will be awarded approximately a month from now.
Learn the Ins and Outs of War
West Point is the government’s official training unit to get new players acquainted with the war side of the game. Joining West Point means spending a week learning the ins and outs of how to fight, military strategy, and working in a military unit. For just 15 USD – the equivalent of a couple days of newb-level salary – you can have this important learning experience. The next round of classes begins tomorrow, so apply quickly and become an active warrior!
Calling All Entrepreneurs…
The Department of the Treasury, under the authorization of Congress, has started a new program to loan up to 50 gold to company owners wishing to upgrade their companies. As Secretary
Lars Thunderfist explains in this announcement article , higher-quality companies benefit both the economy and consumers like military units. Fill out this application and read the article for criteria on taking out a loan!
Enter the WHPRaffle!
Over the last week, seven people (including the Secretary, who was not counted) posted shouts advertising the WHPR. These people were automatically entered into the WHPRaffle, from which one winner receives 20 Q4 food. This week’s winner is…
Harad !
Do you want to have Q4 food without breaking the bank or ruining your 401(k)? Now’s your chance! The Department of Media is proud to announce the second WHPRaffle! The WHPRaffle is just that – a raffle where one winner will receive 20 Q4 food. The catch? You can’t just purchase any old ticket. You get one ticket for every time you promote the White House Press Release newspaper or one of the individual releases. Post a shout linking to the WHPR, and you’ll be automatically entered! Every week, we’ll select a new winner. Please participate and earn chances for free food!
New Allies and Other Updates from the Department of State
Secretary of State
Khaled Ibrahim has made several important announcements regarding American foreign affairs. Along with the formation of Sigma, the last foreign policy news includes becoming official allies with China, Colombia, and Greece. We are very excited to begin working with these nations, as well as our bros in Sigma, to improve the well-being of the world at large.
The Department of State needs ambassadors! There are a ton of nations in the world, and we want to have information on all of them. Read about the latest in the DoS here . Please contact Secretary
Khaled Ibrahim to discuss opportunities on becoming an ambassador.
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Signing off,
Mark Michaelson
United States Secretary of Media
Pizza_The_Hut
United States Deputy Secretary of Media
Uncle Sam
President of the United States
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About the game:
USA as a world power? In E-Sim it is possible!
In E-Sim we have a huge, living world, which is a mirror copy of the Earth. Well, maybe not completely mirrored, because the balance of power in this virtual world looks a bit different than in real life. In E-Sim, USA does not have to be a world superpower, It can be efficiently managed as a much smaller country that has entrepreneurial citizens that support it's foundation. Everything depends on the players themselves and how they decide to shape the political map of the game.
Work for the good of your country and see it rise to an empire.
Activities in this game are divided into several modules. First is the economy as a citizen in a country of your choice you must work to earn money, which you will get to spend for example, on food or purchase of weapons which are critical for your progress as a fighter. You will work in either private companies which are owned by players or government companies which are owned by the state. After progressing in the game you will finally get the opportunity to set up your own business and hire other players. If it prospers, we can even change it into a joint-stock company and enter the stock market and get even more money in this way.
In E-Sim, international wars are nothing out of the ordinary.
Become an influential politician.
The second module is a politics. Just like in real life politics in E-Sim are an extremely powerful tool that can be used for your own purposes. From time to time there are elections in the game in which you will not only vote, but also have the ability to run for the head of the party you're in. You can also apply for congress, where once elected you will be given the right to vote on laws proposed by your fellow congress members or your president and propose laws yourself. Voting on laws is important for your country as it can shape the lives of those around you. You can also try to become the head of a given party, and even take part in presidential elections and decide on the shape of the foreign policy of a given state (for example, who to declare war on). Career in politics is obviously not easy and in order to succeed in it, you have to have a good plan and compete for the votes of voters.
You can go bankrupt or become a rich man while playing the stock market.
The international war.
The last and probably the most important module is military. In E-Sim, countries are constantly fighting each other for control over territories which in return grant them access to more valuable raw materials. For this purpose, they form alliances, they fight international wars, but they also have to deal with, for example, uprisings in conquered countries or civil wars, which may explode on their territory. You can also take part in these clashes, although you are also given the opportunity to lead a life as a pacifist who focuses on other activities in the game (for example, running a successful newspaper or selling products).
At the auction you can sell or buy your dream inventory.
E-Sim is a unique browser game. It's creators ensured realistic representation of the mechanisms present in the real world and gave all power to the players who shape the image of the virtual Earth according to their own. So come and join them and help your country achieve its full potential.
Invest, produce and sell - be an entrepreneur in E-Sim.
Take part in numerous events for the E-Sim community.
