In due course Co-consul but first...
Many of you may not like the politics my party currently holds but that does not mean that we as senators should not be able to see what is in the best interest of the Res Publica. It is easy to be blinded by the continuous campaigning of certain senators to vindicate their political beliefs. I challenge any senator here now to stand before us and declare himself against the elected senior consul. I was elected into position by you and your brethren so it should be you who stands by the choices I make in the interest of Roma and her populus. It is not just I who you will be objecting against but the very fibre of Roman civilization. We expelled the monarchy and put in place a system which I have been elected into. Do not sit here and dictate policies merely because you disapprove of me, that senators would be irresponsible. Roma is a kind mistress but do not be fooled by her love, she is temperamental.
I have VIII motions which I have tabulated and with your help can have them passed. I will list the first IV. It is not only in my interest but in the interest of every senator here in this room. I urge you to stay seated while I read out the various motions.
I. No senator appointed Imperium may use their legions against Roma
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II. No senator appointed Imperium may camp or encroach on Latium soil
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III. All provinces surrounding Latium’s borders may not be issued for Pro-consulate terms.
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IV. The following provinces will fall under the control of Roma: Etruria, Asculania, Campania, Samnium and Umbria.
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