Alberto

Leadership

Government

Alberto is a direct democracy, in which each citizen votes directly on issues and majority rules. Voting age begins at age 16, when citizens have finished their required schooling. Regular voting takes place every three months, during which time the State devotes a week to voting on issues. During this week, all citizens are free from work, and attend regional meetings lead by the Rotating Council. The Rotating Council consists of 11 elected citizens, each holding a 2-year non-consecutive term. Their job is to inform the public of the laws and issues being discussed so the public is informed when they finally do vote. There are no political parties in Alberto.

Military & War

Being a small and relatively new society, Alberto has no military of their own. They rely on the United States' army and navy for protection.

There is no war in Alberto. All citizens from Alberto are exempt from the draft.

Immigration

Travelers are encouraged to visit Alberto. Those who wish to become citizens of Alberto must meet with the Rotating Counsel to discuss their reasons for moving and whether they can uphold the goals of Alberto. Illegal immigrants will be detained, and if they cannot be naturalized into Alberto for whatever reason, they will be guaranteed safe passage to wherever they wish to go within means of the State.

International Relations

Members of the US Cabinet are allowed to sit in on the counsel; members of the Rotating Counsel are also allowed to sit in on the US Cabinet. Alberto keeps peaceful relations with all nations. Ambassadors are allowed to move freely to and from Alberto.

Illicit Activity Management

There are no prisons in Alberto--all crimes are treated through rehabilitation of the offenders.