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“Long live the Republic!”
| Category: New York Times Democracy | ||
| Civil Rights: Good |
Economy: Frightening |
Political Freedoms: Excellent |
Regional Influence: Dominator
Location: ROC Taiwan
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.
Term Limits
Elected representatives must leave office after a legally mandated amount of time.
Society
No Adultery
Adultery is prohibited by law.
Sex Education
School-age children receive mandatory sex education.
No Zoos
Animals may not be kept in confinement.
Law & Order
Conscription
A period of military service is compulsory for all citizens.
Gun Control
Citizens are forbidden from owning firearms.
No Prison
Jails and prisons are not employed.
Economy
Capitalism
Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.
Maternity Leave
New mothers receive paid leave from employment.
No Gambling
Gambling is illegal.
Space Program
The nation runs a space program.
Metricism
The state mandates the use of the metric system.
International
Weapons of Mass Destruction
The nation claims the legal right to use WMDs.
Climate Treaty
The nation is a signatory to an international climate treaty.
