The United States of
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Government

Public Protest

The right to public protest is considered to be essential.

Term Limits

Elected representatives must leave office after a legally mandated amount of time.

Society

No Smoking

Smoking is prohibited, even in private.

Law & Order

Conscription

A period of military service is compulsory for all citizens.

Economy

Capitalism

Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.

Autarky

The nation pursues a policy of economic self-sufficiency.

No Gambling

Gambling is illegal.

International

No WMDs

The nation opposes the use of WMDs.

No Immigration

Foreigners cannot become residents.

No Emigration

Citizens are not permitted to leave.