[quote=@Chairman Stein]
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I'd rather keep the current number mostly for balance. Every other province thus far has a larger population and I'd rather not be crushed within the first year.
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You control a rather large area and you already have a small population, so I understand. I think even in your current condition it would be very hard to defend. Fortunately, the areas around you. (Including me) mostly have a low population as well. :P