Government
Devolution
Government power is substantially delegated to local authorities.
Public Protest
The right to public protest is considered to be essential.
Pledge of Allegiance
The daily singing of an anthem or reciting of a pledge is compulsory in schools.
Society
Marriage Equality
Citizens of the same sex may marry.
Euthanasia
Citizens are legally entitled to end their lives.
Sex Education
School-age children receive mandatory sex education.
Economy
Capitalism
Private industry is permitted within a market-based economy.
Child Labor
Children may be legally employed as workers and contractors.
Cannabis
Cannabis may be legally purchased.
International
Weapons of Mass Destruction
The nation claims the legal right to use WMDs.
