Government
Devolution
Government power is substantially delegated to local authorities.
Pledge of Allegiance
The daily singing of an anthem or reciting of a pledge is compulsory in schools.
Proportional Representation
Votes translate linearly to elected representation, with no seats or electoral college.
Society
Marriage Equality
Citizens of the same sex may marry.
Polygamy
Citizens may have multiple spouses.
Euthanasia
Citizens are legally entitled to end their lives.
Sex Education
School-age children receive mandatory sex education.
Law & Order
Corporal Punishment
Criminals may be ordered to undergo physical punishment.
Conscription
A period of military service is compulsory for all citizens.
No Prison
Jails and prisons are not employed.
Economy
Capitalism
Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.
Cannabis
Cannabis may be legally purchased.
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.