Category: New York Times Democracy | ||
Civil Rights: Very Good |
Economy: Powerhouse |
Political Freedoms: Superb |
Regional Influence: Sprat
Location: the South Pacific
Government
Devolution
Government power is substantially delegated to local authorities.
Public Protest
The right to public protest is considered to be essential.
Proportional Representation
Votes translate linearly to elected representation, with no seats or electoral college.
Society
Marriage Equality
Citizens of the same sex may marry.
Compulsory Organ Harvesting
Citizens have no say in the medical use of their bodies after death.
AI Personhood
Artificial beings are legally recognized citizens.
No Sports
Physical contact sports are prohibited.
Sex Education
School-age children receive mandatory sex education.
Law & Order
Conscription
A period of military service is compulsory for all citizens.
Gun Control
Citizens are forbidden from owning firearms.
ID Chips
Citizens are administered an under-the-skin ID chip.
Economy
Capitalism
Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.
Cannabis
Cannabis may be legally purchased.
Affirmative Action
Organizations are required to meet demographic quotas.
Space Program
The nation runs a space program.
Metricism
The state mandates the use of the metric system.
International
No WMDs
The nation opposes the use of WMDs.
Climate Treaty
The nation is a signatory to an international climate treaty.