The Incorporated States of Midistan is a tiny, socially progressive nation, renowned for its compulsory military service, triple-decker prams, and complete absence of social welfare. The hard-nosed, hard-working, democratic population of 12 million Midistanians hold their civil and political rights very dear, although the wealthy and those in business tend to be viewed with suspicion.

The tiny, liberal government juggles the competing demands of Education, Defense, and Administration. The average income tax rate is 6.6%.

The strong Midistanian economy, worth 709 billion Flingles a year, is driven almost entirely by the private sector, which is broadly diversified and led by the Basket Weaving industry, with major contributions from Trout Farming, Arms Manufacturing, and Woodchip Exports. Average income is 59,134 Flingles, with the richest citizens earning 5.3 times as much as the poorest.

Cash-strapped junkies lick rabbits for a cheap high, delivery truck companies use hospital parking lots to store 16-wheelers, only fully-fledged members of MENSA are allowed to vote, and artists are renowned for their ability to make art pieces out of thin air. Crime is a problem, with the police force struggling against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Midistan's national animal is the Mouse.

Midistan is ranked 99,297^th in the world and 2^nd in Grand Midistan for Greatest Rich-Poor Divides, with 5.34 Rich To Poor Income Ratio.