Austin Merrill

Austin Thomas Peter Merrill (born October 14th, 1963) is a Cappedorite politician, statesman, and lawyer who has been President of Cappedore since December 2014. As a member of the Cappedorite Social Democratic Party, he has formerly served as First Deputy Chancellor from 2004 to 2009 and was the Member of the Witenagemot for West Forest (in Cumberland Forset, New Cumberland) from 1999 to 2009.

Merrill was born in Matthewsburg, in Gould. His father, Simon Merrill, was a local banker who had served as Mayor of the town from 1967 to 1975, and was also a member of the CSDP. After attending the grammar school Robertson College, Merrill would go on to study Politics and International Relations, and further Law and Justice at Moyen-Orient University, and after graduating, would pursue a life of law, moving back to Matthewsburg and working for a local law firm.

Merrill is known in Cappedorite politics for his powerful speeches and energetic rallies against conservative ideals. He is a well-known supporter of the late president Quintin Howlett and, during his time as President, has been instrumental in replicating Howlett's policies on modern Cappedore. He also opposed the 'New Cappedore' movement in 1997 by Michael Ramsay. Politically, Austin Merrill identifies as left-wing.

Merrill is often criticised for his left-wing ideals, with many stating that he would be better off in the Momentum Party, a much more far-left party in Cappedore, and many members of the CSDP have criticised Merrill for his opposition of centrist ideals and his pro-nationalisation endeavours.

Party affiliations
Cappedorite Social Democratic Party (1994 - present)

Election history
See main article: Elections in Cappedore
 * 2019 Cappedore presidential election
 * 2014 Cappedore presidential election
 * 2009 Cappedore general election
 * 2004 Cappedore general election
 * 1999 Cappedore general election