Joseph Ibney

"If any true change is to ever be achieved, it must be through the empowerment of the Chancellor, not the Senate."

Chancellor Joseph Ibney (B. Selona 3, 56 B.C.V) was the First Supreme Chancellor of the Galactic Republic after the resignation of Chancellor Valorum.

Ibney was born in the Valanium District of Coruscant to a lower-class family. At fifteen cycles, his father and mother were murdered mysteriously by unknown criminals. After being taken into protective custody by the Coruscant Courts, Ibney was given a scholarship to the Coruscant Diplomatic Institute where he recieved his bachelors in Galactic Affairs with a minor in Legal Studies.

Political Career
During his tenure as Senator, Ibney took steps to empower the Chancellor through several pieces of legislation. He was also instrumental in the construction of the Galactic Standard Calendar which is still used today. Under Ibney, the Republic began a large military build up for the purpose of an attack on the Hutt Autonomous Zone.

During the elections of 0 B.C.V., Joseph Ibney faced off against Jay Karr of the Populist Faction. During campaign season, Ibney commanded a strong lead in the polls, with one showing he had a 18 point lead on his opponent. As a result, Ibney focused on promoting the Centralists across the Galaxy allowing for Kurr to play catch up. Regardless, on Election day 0 A.C.V, Ibney won his election. His party went on to win 6 seats in the first Galactic Republic Election, bringing them to the required amount for a majority at that time.

Ibney was appointed chancellor by a vote of 6-5 within the Galactic Senate and defeated Ayy Tann Luroon of the Populist Faction. He was Chancellor until he eventually resigned.

Personal life and Legacy
After he resigned, he retired to be a philanthropist and author. He is seen as the father of the Centralist manifesto and creator of the modern political atmosphere. Some see him as a villain, others see him as a hero.

Personality
A cheerful man, highly educated. He is always ready to give newcomers a helpful hand.