As it seems attractive to follow the at moment found exoplanets route for possible space journeys, i would personally go the other way around. Why do i think that. Well, the milkyway turns to the right i suppose, so if we would follow that way in regard to the exoplanets we would end up closer to the center with no way out due to the gravity from the spinning center of the disk. Also we would not make much progress as we have to over-win the spinning speed of the galaxy to get somewhere. If we would go the opposite route we would make faster displacements while we could also choose to stay in the more open space for possible exit routes towards possible strong radiated galaxy arms. Also while the galaxy grows older the outward worlds are all going to the inside and maybe we could find younger exoworlds at the borders of the galaxy arms where it should be cooler and with lesser radiation.

Grtz, Dirk.

How do we see the future of our nation evolve?

I joined this nation in the hopes of finding people of equal mind. People who think that earth is not our final destination as humans. As earth is finite, we need to find our home amoung the stars. Asgardia is my hope for the future of humans who think. I would like to see a nation build on reason, where the principles of scientific progress and research are our first priority. Because only by progressing can we find our homes amoung the Stars. So i aspire to help anyway i can. I will listen to people who are smarter then me and help where i can.

" _{A child gains space citizenship of Asgardia at birth if one or both parents or the only parent is/are space citizens of Asgardia. A child born before the foundation of Asgardia may become a citizen on the request of his/her parent(s) who are citizens of Asgardia.} "

What about a child who is in the care of a guardian? Does this mean they must be adopted first?

" _{freedom of the individual and freedom of speech are inviolable} "

What is meant by "freedom of the individual"? Obviously we are not free to do everything we please since that would violate Article 9 .

Does this mean we have freedom to peacefully protest?

" _{Failure to perform citizen obligations or failure to perform them properlymay lead to permanent revocation of Asgardian citizenship, suspension of Asgardian citizenship, fines, restriction and/or permanent revocation of access to Asgardia’s electronic resources in accordance with the law of Asgardia. The death penalty is prohibited in Asgardia. The creation of prisons is prohibited in Asgardia.} "

Prohibiting prisons seems a bit extreme. This means no jail either, right? So, for example, if someone in space murders another person, we'll banish them and send them back to earth? Whose going to pay the expenses of transporting this person back to earth if they have no money?

" _{Asgardia’s currency is the Gor.} "

Surely we can come up with a better currency name than "Gor." It looks like "gör," which in german means "brat." Even "Stella Monetæ" (Latin for "star currency") would be better in my opinion. Why not have a competition for currency name?

" _{Propaganda of superiority and inequality is prohibited. Asgardia prohibits racist, Nazi, fascist and other similar ideologies in their historical and new forms.} "

Wait a second, there's freedom of speech but ideologies of superiority and inequality are prohibited? Who defines what are ideologies of superiority and inequality? Doesn't this mean we only have limited free speech, not true free speech? I am no fan of hate speech, yet it is unsettling to see bounds placed on free speech in order to attempt to solve the problem.

" _{Th e second and subsequent Heads of State may be any Asgardian citizen over the age of 40 and under the age of 65 who has held space citizenship for at least  ve years prior to being nominated, who has the physical and mental health to perform the duties of Head of State.} "

" _{Members of the Royal Council of Supreme Values may be any Asgardian citizens nominated by the Chairman or Head of State aged between 60 and 80 who have particular achievements in the area of statecra , economics, science, culture, art, education, rule of law, healthcare, human rights and freedoms, parenting, sports, charity and/or other public or government achievements.} "

" _{Members of Parliament are elected for terms of  ve years from among Asgardian citizens who have reached the age of 50.} "

Why such high and restrictive age ranges? Asgardia's own Level 2 Questionnaire says "the average verified Asgardian is a male between the ages of 18 to 35." (See https://asgardia.space/en/page/chronicles/gender-equity-now-and-beyond ) This means the average Asgardian will be unable to be elected to these roles. 30 years old seems like much more reasonable minimum limit.

As people live longer the maximum age limit will need to be proportionally adjusted in time, particularly if it isn't increased at all in the final document.

" _{All Asgardian revenue and expenditure must be included in the budget, which must be balanced.} "

I very much hope this makes it to the final document. There should be a clause though for in times of emergency that allows suspension of the requirement for a balanced budget (i.e. in order to destroy a planet-killer asteroid on a collision course). Balanced budgets are fantastic, yet they won't matter if no one lives to appreciate them.

Is there a way for citizens to petition for legislation (or it's repeal)? Did I miss it?

Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Namaste, Asgardians!

My topic for today is why we need a place like Asgardia.  Warning, I might get controversial here. Your comments are always welcome, I just ask that you keep them civil!  This is a dialog and friendly discussion.

As most of us know, this world is in a major crisis. We have two idiots, one in Washington and one in Pyongyang, threatening to blow each other up with Nuclear Weapons, we have extremist terrorist groups (that do not reflect the peace loving people of the same religions -- these extremists are hate mongers and pretty dictators), wars, droughts, disasters and climate change.

Greed, Hate, Stupidity, Intolerance and Power, are literally killing Humanity!

Now, more than ever, a concept such as Asgardia is sorely needed!  Even if it takes another hundred years before we are living in space, the concept, the idea and Core beliefs the Asgardia are very much in need on this Planet!  Over 100,000 of us; from different backgrounds, countries, cultures and beliefs, have said, "NO!, this can not go on as it has been!" We are saying that right here and right now we refuse to let Hate and Fear, Intolerance and Bullying rule our lives! No one is above me and no one is below me!  We are equals , striving for the good of everyone !  We, the people of the Earth, united , are fed up with this nonsense! So, we are forming a new Nation and if you are lucky, we might take you with us!

I always thought that perhaps I was strange. I don't hate anyone, I never have. I don't care where you're from, the language you speak, the color of your skin, your culture or whether you are LGBTQIA!  Nope, I don't. What I ask myself when I meet a person is, are they kind?  Are they compassionate? Do they have a sense of humor? Do they try to help others? Do they stand up for what is right, just and fair? That's my measuring stick.  Be nice to me, and I will be nice to you.  Instead of getting all upset, learn!  Example: I am fascinated with Japan and their culture! It is very different from my own. None the less, I would love to learn more about the Japanese people!  I am an anime fan, like some of there foods ... might try some others ... nope. lol If I visited a Shinto Shrine, I would be respectful, I think they are beautiful and I wouldn't dream of offending my Japanese friends!  That is how it should be. Learn about each other. Do not be offend when a tourist does something you find offensive. Politely tell them what is wrong and I am sure they will apologize! Help out a tourist when they are trying to pay for something and don't understand the currency! Be courteous!

We need to all shake hands and smile, not build stupid walls and say you stay over there and we will stay over here!  It will take all of us if we are ever to build an new and better world!  If you want to hate on someone ... here I am, take your best shot!  I am: Female, a lesbian/asexual, a Druid Bard.  Hate all you want, I have heard it all before!  But instead, I would rather you use these labels: She is helpful, caring, compassionate, trustworthy, loyal, and funny!  Oh, look, she has similar hobbies!  she writes, she sings, she is a P!nk fan ;-), she like RPG games, she reads, she loves music, she loves growing things, she is and information junkie and love to learn, and she loves travel!  Yes, I would much rather you think of me in those terms .  I am a nice person, all you have to do, is get to know me.  I am equally sure, my Reader, that you are a nice person too!  I just have to get to know you.

~Tal

In these days, the feeling of technology changes the human world are becoming more accelerated.

Especially i'm as a ITer,  always pursuit spirits of changing the world, to use own minor technical skills, like coding on a computer, web, to do something different, which might be the most cost effective way. With IT, we can create new way of working, to embedding standard process, Or to governance on human credits.

Since BlockChain technology getting more mature and popular - try to imaging we could utilize the technology to build Asgardia fellows's credit, to build Asgardia to be most proud of nation.

Do you have similar thoughts?

Namaste, Friends!

While gathering new friends, I noticed how many different languages are being spoken.  Some, like myself, only speak our native language.  I want to know what everyone thinks and what they are saying! Wouldn't it be helpful if we could have some kind of Translation Application on this website?  Just a though...

~Tal

There are 196 countries in the world, what's to say that every country will approve of this mission? What about any hostilities towards a space station? Why should we rely on Earth-based nations to protect us?

I'm not saying Asguardia becomes a militarized wonderland, but what precautions will we have for the worst possible scenario? Now, I know this will draw negative feedback, but some sort of kinetic bomb may be a deterrent for nations when paired with a missile defense system.

We have to think about our wellbeing, and the values we stand for. If a nation is attacking us, somehow, and we're left to fend for ourselves what shall we do? I know it's unlikely, but in the case that it does happen, what's the counterargument? Take it like a good little space station?

I strongly believe that nations allied to Asguardia would understand.

If we are scholars and scientists trying to preserve humanity, why would we need to use any sort of aggression? Save being provoked by a nation and abandoned by our allies? Or, who's to say that our allies would be able to deter an attack?

We wouldn't even have to ever drop a bomb, unless we've taken a hit.

These are things to think about.