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It is true in the light of recent events, the [[Laura Roslin|President]] may have lost support in some quarters. I would ask the people to understand that if this is an extreme decision, we live in extreme times. The decision has been made with good faith. I, however, cannot with good conscience support it. I am so sorry, Madame President, but the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] have no understanding | It is true in the light of recent events, the [[Laura Roslin|President]] may have lost support in some quarters. I would ask the people to understand that if this is an extreme decision, we live in extreme times. The decision has been made with good faith. I, however, cannot with good conscience support it. I am so sorry, Madame President, but the [[Cylons (RDM)|Cylons]] have no understanding the meaning of the word "freedom". How could they? They're programmed...machines. Every time you take away one of our freedoms, every time we restrict or curtail one of our rights, we become one step closer to being like them. As the Vice-President, I am bound to follow the administration's lead; As President, I should have no such strictures. Given the current situation, I'm afraid that I have no alternative but to announce that I am, as of now, a candidate for the Presidency. <br/> | ||
-- Vice-President [[Gaius Baltar]] (''[[The Captain's Hand]]'') | -- Vice-President [[Gaius Baltar]] (''[[The Captain's Hand]]'') | ||