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| image_map = {{Switcher|[[File:Jacksonworld.png|upright=1.15|frameless]]|Show globe|[[File:Jacksonecrosview.png|upright=1.15|frameless]]|Show map of Ecros|[[File:Jackian Tierrasur Claim.png|upright=1.15|frameless]]|Show Tierrasurian claim of Jackson|default=1}}
 
| capital = [[Jacksonville City]]
 
| capital = [[Jacksonville City]]
 
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| largest_city = [[Jacksonville City]]
 
| largest_city = [[Jacksonville City]]
 
| official_languages = [[Jackian language|Jackian]]
 
| official_languages = [[Jackian language|Jackian]]
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|religion = None official
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|religion = {{vunblist
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  | 56% [[Atheist]]
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  | 32% [[Creeperian Catholic]]
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  | 5% [[Jackian Traditional Religions|Jackian Traditional]]
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  | 3% [[Pavultuilori Judaism|Jewish]]
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  | 4% Other}}
 
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   | 92% [[Jackians|Jackian]]
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   | 90% [[Jackians|Jackian]]
 
   | 3% [[Vaktrian]]
 
   | 3% [[Vaktrian]]
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   | 2% [[Ajaks|Ajaki]]
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   | 2% [[Kivuians|Kivuian]]
 
   | 2% [[Quebecshirites|Quebecshirite]]
 
   | 2% [[Quebecshirites|Quebecshirite]]
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   | 1% Other}}
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   | 1% [[Monsilvans|Monsilvan]]
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  | 2% Other}}
 
| demonym = [[Jackians|Jackian]]
 
| demonym = [[Jackians|Jackian]]
 
| government_type = Presidential republic
 
| government_type = Presidential republic
 
| leader_title1 = [[President of Jackson|President]]
 
| leader_title1 = [[President of Jackson|President]]
 
| leader_name1 = [[Sydney Johnson]]
 
| leader_name1 = [[Sydney Johnson]]
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| area_rank =  
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| area_rank = 23rd
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| area_sq_mi =  
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| area_sq_mi = 673066
 
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| population_estimate = 85.3 million
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| population_estimate = 97.3 million
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| population_estimate_year = 2019
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| population_estimate_year = 2023
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| population_estimate_rank = 10th
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| population_estimate_rank = 8th
 
| population_density_sq_mi =  
 
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| GDP_nominal = $10.2 trillion Jackian dollars (₵5.1 trillion Quebecshirite Credits)
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| GDP_nominal = $9.53 trillion Jackian Dollars {{small|(₵4.76 trillion Quebecshirite Credits)}}
 
| GDP_nominal_rank = 5th
 
| GDP_nominal_rank = 5th
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| GDP_nominal_year = 2020
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| GDP_nominal_year = 2023
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| GDP_nominal_per_capita = $118,346 Jackian Dollars (₵59,173 Quebecshirite Credits)
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| GDP_nominal_per_capita = $97,904 Jackian Dollars {{small|(₵48,952 Quebecshirite Credits)}}
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| GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank = 3rd
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| GDP_nominal_per_capita_rank = 4th
 
| Gini = 14.3 <!--number only-->
 
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| Gini_year = 2018
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| Gini_year = 2023
 
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| HDI = 0.940 <!--number only-->
 
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'''Jackson''', officially the '''United States of Jackson''', is an economically powerful country located in the southwest of the continent [[Ecros]]. Its eastern border is made up by the [[Jack River]] and [[Lake Manal]]. To its south is the [[Andaluzian Sea]] and to its west is inhospitable mountains. Jackson's largest city and capital of [[Jacksonville City]] is located near the eastern border on the [[Jack River]], although the cities of [[Benice]], [[Nemeth]], and [[Greenville]] are also regarded as important historical capitals.
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'''Jackson''', officially the '''United States of Jackson''', is a medium-sized country primarily located in the southwest of the continent [[Ecros]], with territory in [[Tierrasur]]. Mainland Jackson—Located on [[Ecros]]—is bordered to the east by [[x]], through its ownership of [[Lake Manal]] and the [[Jack River]], to the west by [[Pennalla]] and [[Kivu]], and to the north by [[x]]. Jackson's largest city and capital of [[Jacksonville City]] is located near its eastern land-border on the [[Jack River]]. With an area of 673,066 sq mi (1,743,230 km<sup>2</sup>), divided up into [[States of Jackson|ten states]] and [[List of counties in Jackson|841 counties]], [[Jackson]] is the 11th largest nation in [[Ecros]] and 23rd in the world. As of 2023, [[Jackson]] was estimated to have a population of 97 million, making it the 8th most populated nation in the world.
  
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Jackson is led by President [[Sydney Johnson]], the 11th president of Jackson. Jackson is notable for its many major cities and vast urban landscape, a ban on privately owned vehicles, and many high quality cheeses. Jackson has 3 political parties, [[Political outcomes in Jackson|see list of current political outcomes here.]]
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Jackson was a disorganized collection of many states until the [[322AD Annexation by the Romanyan Empire|Battle of Yeronia]], where the [[Romanyan Empire]] invaded many of the disassociated tribes that lived in Jackson. Under Romanyan ownership, the Romanyan alphabet was introduced and the region adapted the Romanyan language as its primary language. The territory obtained independence from the Romanyan Empire in 680AD. The region split into many small states competing for regional influence, but ultimately the region was united after many local invasions by the [[Kingdom of Janusolm]].
  
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The Kingdom of Janusolm was an absolute monarchy characterized by its influence over trading routes terminating in the [[Bay of Greenville]] in the [[Andaluzian Sea]]. The kingdom used its position in a region of relative stability to manufacture ships and goods. The small states became more centralized and [[Janusolman]] became the de-facto language over the region. Also during this time, the [[Royal Military of Janusolm]] was established. This army was used to conquer new lands round the kingdom, often more powerful than itself. However, the kingdom was eventually reduced to the [[Citystate of Jacksonville]] after a defeat to [[x]]. The citystate, still ruled by a monarch, worked to rebuild its empire by conquering smaller nations.
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The citystate was eventually renamed into the [[Jackson Empire]] after ruling monarch [[Anhidrous II]] established a constitution outlining a process for governing the country. Under this stronger and more centralized government, Jackson was able to establish a large empire ranging from the [[Kivu Ocean]] to east of the [[Jack River]]. At its greatest extent, Jackson covered x km<sup>2</sup> (x sqmi) of land. However, many of the annexed regions were extremely different culturally to Jackson and some did not speak [[Jackian language|Jackian]] natively. Most territories of Jackson declared independence by 1950, and for the most part, the Jackian government allowed such actions due to the strength of these movements as a whole. In 1902, Jackson became a presidential republic, with an elected president taking the duties of the monarch, and the monarch position being renamed to Consul, mainly serving as a vanity position.
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Jackson is the headquarters of the military alliance [[ACES]] and economic alliance [[JASAREPA]]. Jackson is also a member of the [[Ostlandet Union]] and [[Regional Organization of the Kivu Ocean]]. Jackson has independent mutral defense treaties with [[Paleocacher]] and [[Quebecshire]], called [[x]] and the [[Treaty of Orléans and Benice]] respectively. Jackson has further economic ties with Quebecshire and [[Eleutherios]] under the [[Nemeth Accords]]. As of 2023, Jackson has a GDP of ₵4.76 trillion [[Quebecshirite Credit|Quebecshirite Credits]], making it the 5th largest economy in Terraconserva. For a brief period of time, 1962-1968, Jackson was the second largest economy, only beaten by Quebecshire. The modern day Jackian economy is based on manufacturing, financial services, and tourism.
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Modern Jackson is considered a '''Full Democracy''' under the [[Democracy Index|Global Democracy Index]]. Jackson has 3 political parties that hold power in the government—the [[Jackson Social Democratic Party|Social Democratic Party]], the [[Jackson Green Party|Green Party]], and the [[People's Party (Jackson)|People's Party]]. Jackson is the nation with the largest share of female politicians, with 43% of all political offices held by women.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.southbendtimes.org/study/1008385067 |title=Which Nation has the Highest Proportion of Minority Politicians?|website=South Bend Times|date=August 15, 2021}}</ref> The government of Jackson grants citizens freedoms of speech, press, religion, language, sexuality, and abortion. Jackson is also notable for its low income inequality and poverty rates. Despite these freedoms, Jackian politicians have often been described as corrupt, with the most famous case of corruption being the [[2001 Montcrabin refugee crisis]] involving then president [[Beau Lush]], with many similar instances in lower offices.
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==Etymology==
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The name of Jackson originated in 667 A.D. preceding the dissolution of the Romanyan Empire. At this time, Jackson was referred to as Yeronia. The name Jackson (Janusolm) originated from the Romanyan words for entrance "janua" and land "solum" and was used as an unofficial name of the colony. After the collapse of Romanya, [[Kingdom of Janusolm|Janusolm]] was made the official name of the new independent kingdom, with its capital being [[Jacksonville City|Janusolm Civita]] (city). As the language of Jackson naturally became more distant from ancient Romanyan, "Janusolm" shifted into the word "Jackson" and "Janusolm Civita" combined into "Jacksonville". When the [[Citystate of Jacksonville]] was officially established, the city of Jacksonville was renamed into [[Jacksonville City]] to distinguish it from the nation, and Jackson was still used as the unofficial nation name until the establishment of the [[Jackson Empire]]. 
 
==History==
 
==History==
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===Roots of Civilization===
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===Prehistory===
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The Jackian people are derived from [[Romanyans]] that settled the area now known as [[Greenville]] in 56AD. The Romanyans settled the land and set up basic villages and irrigation systems. Due to their large distance, the Jackian people and the [[Jackian language]] started to become more distinct from the Romanyan language. The Yeronia province of the [[Romanyan Empire]] broke away into the [[Kingdom of Yeronia]]. This kingdom would end up splitting in 103AD due to differences between the native people and the Jackians. It split into X and the [[Citystate of Jackson]].
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===Proto-Jackian Civilization===
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===Romanyan Rule of Jackson===
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====Dissolvation of Yeronia====
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===Janusolman States===
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====Jackian Consolidation Wars====
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===First Jackian State===
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{{main|Kingdom of Janusolm}}
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====80 Years War====
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{{main|80 Years War}}
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====Dissolution====
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===Jacksonville Citystate===
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====First Expansionary Period====
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====Jackson Civil War====
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{{main|Jackson Civil War}}
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===Empire of Jackson===
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====Second Expansionary Period====
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====Tumland Under Jackian Rule====
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====Araucarlia Under Jackian Rule====
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====Niao Dao Under Jackian Rule====
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{{main|Niao Dao}}
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====South Ecros War====
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{{main|South Ecros War}}
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====Dissolution====
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===Modern Jackson===
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==Geography==
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Jackson is the twentieth largest nation in Terraconserva; bordering x to the north, [[Kivu]] to the northwest, and [[x]] to the southwest. Jackson is also bordered by the [[Andaluzian Sea]] and, at the south, by the [[Jack River]]. Jackian territory covers 1,743,230 km<sup>2</sup> (673,066 sq mi), consisting of x km<sup>2</sup> (x sq mi) of land and x km<sup>2</sup> (x sq mi) of water.
  
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===Founding of Jackson===
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Elevation ranges from the mountains of the Kivuian Border (highest point: the [[Beau Lush Pointe]] at x metres or x feet) in the west to the shores of the [[Andaluzian Sea]] in the south. The forested uplands of central Jackson and the lowlands of southern Jackson are traversed by such major rivers as the [[Jack River]], [[Leimur River]], and [[Goobdo River]]. Significant natural resources include iron ore, coal, potash, timber, lignite, uranium, copper, natural gas, salt, and nickel.
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The Citystate of Jacksonville was officially founded on March 11, 103AD by King [[Jack I]] after the collapse of the [[Kingdom of Yeronia]], the first and only king of modern-day Jackson. Jack I was mainly focused on building [[Jacksonville City]] into a major city, as the land surrounding it was all that Jackson controlled. After his death on April 17, 121AD, it was unsure what to do with the country, since Jack had no successors. It was decided by the de-facto ruler of Jackson, Jack I's wife, to reclassify the country to the United States of Jackson, with Jacksonville being the first state, and turn the country into a presidential republic where the people elect state delegates for a senate, and the people vote in local state elections for the president. The [[Consulate of Jackson]] was also established to keep some semblance to the citystate and keep what remained of the royal family in power. Each state was assigned seats based on their population<ref>The seats for senate delegate used to be updated every election cycle, or 5 years, but it was decided by the senate in 2000 to not increase the seats until 2030 due to popular opinion being that there were too many delegates, which leaves Jackson with 55 today.</ref>. [[Ben Blase]] was elected as the first president of Jackson on September 1, 1910.
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===Mountains===
  
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===Early History===
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===Lakes===
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The presidency of [[Ben Blase]] was very influential and eventful for Jackson. In his presidency, he majorly expanded Jackson into new states, like Riverside and Nemeth, and also grew the economy majorly. While [[Jack I]] was mainly focused on trading various cheeses in [[Jacksonville City]], Ben Blase expanded the country and turned it into a prosperous trading hub. Though his main goal was expansion, he also increased the HDI of Jackson significantly. He paved the way for the next few presidents to turn Jackson into an empire.
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===Rivers===
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===The Empire===
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===Islands===
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===Modern Times===
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===Climate===
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[[File:Rainy day in Perth - geograph.org.uk - 2614889.jpg|220px|thumb|left|A flood affecting a town outside of Rochester, Jackson]]
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Most of Jackson has a temperate climate, ranging from oceanic in the south and east to continental in the north and west. Winters range from the cold in the [[x Mountains]] to warm with limited precipitation, while summers can vary from hot and dry to cool and rainy. The southern regions have prevailing winds that bring in moist air from the [[Andaluzian Sea]], moderating the temperature and increasing precipitation. Conversely, the western regions have more extreme temperatures.
  
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From February 2019 – 2020, the median temperature was recorded between 24 and 28 °C (75.2 and 82.4 °F). Average monthly precipitation ranged from 30 litres per square metre in February and April 2019 to 125 litres per square metre in February 2020. Average monthly hours of sunshine ranged from 45 in November 2019 to 300 in June 2019.
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Jackson sits upon [[Lake Manal]] and the [[Jack River]] to the east, which provide ocean access and flat lands to farm and build cities on. To the south is the [[Andaluzian Sea]], which provides rougher, but more direct, access to the ocean for [[Greenville]]. To the west of Jackson is sparsely populated mountainous terrain. There are many valleys between the mountains which provide great land for agriculture via irrigation, mining, and manufacturing. Jackson controls all of [[Lake Manal]] and the [[Jack River]], making it the dominant force in that region. The many port cities on the lake make it one of the busiest shipping lanes in all of Terraconserva.
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===Natural Disasters===
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==Government and Politics==
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===Political System===
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[[File:Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. - c. 1902.jpg|220px|thumb|left|Jackian Congress Building - 1902]]
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Jackson operates under a presidential republic system with a single-house legislature and utilizes a first-past-the-post electoral system. As a presidential republic, Jackson's political system is characterized by a division of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The President, elected by the citizens through a vote based on a culmination of statewide elections, serves as both the head of state and government. The president's term is limited to a maximum of 10 years. Members of the [[Congress of Jackson]] are elected by the public through a first-past-the-post electoral system, wherein candidates with the highest number of votes in their respective counties, as opposed to states for the presidential election, secure seats. The Congress is responsible for passing laws, approving the budget, and representing the interests of the citizens.
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In Jackson, the executive, legislative, and judicial branches operate independently, preventing the concentration of power in any one institution. Political pluralism is a prominent feature of Jackson's political landscape, with multiple political parties competing for representation. Also, the political system in Jackson is grounded in the rule of law, ensuring that all individuals, including those in positions of power, are subject to the law.
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===Foreign Relations===
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===Military===
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===Administrative Divisions===
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{{main|States of Jackson}}
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====Counties====
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====Settlements====
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===Human Rights===
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[[File:Trans rights are human rights (UK protest).jpg|220px|thumb|right|A group of protesters advocating for Trans rights in downtown Madison.]]
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The human rights in Jackson are governed by a framework of laws and international agreements designed to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of its citizens. Jackson, similar to many democratic nations, upholds the principles outlined in various international treaties and conventions, such as [[Article x]] of [[ACES]] and [[Provision 5 of the Jackian Constitution]]. Jackson's constitution serves as the supreme law of the land and explicitly guarantees fundamental human rights to all its residents.
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Jackson recognizes and safeguards civil and political rights, including freedom of speech, assembly, and association. The country is democratic system, with a president that serves as the head of state and government and one house of [[Congress of Jackson|congress]]. The judiciary operates independently and is responsible for interpreting and upholding the constitution. Legal proceedings are conducted in the public domain, and individuals are entitled to a fair trial. Jackson's constitution, per its preceding guidelines, aims to create conditions that promote a decent standard of living for all citizens. Anti-discrimination laws are in place to prevent discrimination based on factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Jackson participates in international forums and collaborations aimed at promoting and protecting human rights globally. The country engages with various organizations, such as [[ACES]] and the [[OU]], and contributes to initiatives that seek to address human rights challenges on an international scale.
  
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While Jackson is committed to upholding human rights, it faces challenges and criticisms. Some concerns may include issues related to immigration, privacy rights, and the treatment of certain marginalized groups. International bodies and civil society organizations periodically assess and offer recommendations to address these challenges.
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===Law Enforcement===
 
==Economy==
 
==Economy==
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Jackson's economy is based on exporting software, oil, manufactured goods, shipbuilding, train building, hardware, medical technology, and cheese; along with financial services and tourism. There are no taxes at all in Jackson, with the government making a bulk of its income in tariffs. Jackson's biggest imports are raw ores, food products, and refugees from [[Terranihil]]. Jackson's economy has only recently moved away from mainly cheese exports as a source of revenue due to the influx of tourists coming to Jackson and rapidly industrializing cities. Jackson judges the financial stability in nations using the [[Jackson Credit Score]] operated by [[Madison Credit Company]], which in turn judges its trading partners. It should also be noted that Jackson has signed the [[Nemeth Accords]], providing more economic growth and trade with [[Quebecshire]] and [[Eleutherios]].
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{{main|Economy of Jackson}}
 
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| caption = Jackson Exports in 2022
 
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[[File:Energy mix of Jackson.png|220px|thumb|left|Graph Showing The Distribution of Energy Sources in Jackson Over Time]]
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The energy grid of Jackson is highly varied, with most power production from [[Nuclear power in Jackson|nuclear]], gasoline, and oil.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.jackson.gov/energy/jackson-energy-sources/index.htm|title=Documentation of Jackian Energy Sources|website=Government of Jackson|date=June 21, 2023}}</ref> Since 2015, the [[Jackian Agency of Clean Energy]], a government branch of the [[Environmental Affairs Office]]<ref group="lower-alpha">This agency is mostly controlled by the [[Environmental Affairs Office]], but the [[Technological Innovations Affairs Office]] has representatives overseeing the decisions of the agency.</ref>, has been subsidizing new nuclear, [[Desherium]], solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects. By 2035, Jackson is slated to become a carbon-neutral nation. Jackson currently invests $109 billion [[Jackian Dollar|Jackian dollars]] in developing new renewable energy.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.jackson.gov/energy/legislation/clean-energy-bill|title=New Clean Energy Spending Plan|website=Government of Jackson|date=November 4, 2020}}</ref> An important factor in Jackson's transition to a carbon-neutral energy grid has been the development of [[Desherium fusion power]]. Desherium fusion is a relatively clean and safe form of energy that has the potential to provide as much, or more energy than traditional nuclear energy. In addition to its investments in renewable energy, Jackson has also taken steps to improve the efficiency of its energy grid. This has included upgrading transmission lines and developing new ways to store energy.
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==Major Cities==
 
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Jackson is a highly urbanized nation, over 50% of the population lives in one of the top 5 most populated cities. All of Jackson's major cities are located near a body of water. Virtually all of Jackson's GDP is produced or transported through these cities, as they all have major ports and airports. Jackson's capital alone, Jacksonville City, generates 30% of total GDP. It is very well known that Jackson's major cities do not tolerate air pollution. All industry is legally required to be outside of the city limits.
 
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''Weapon Ownership'': Firearm ownership is guaranteed by the Constitution of Jackson. Citizens are allowed to possess military style firearms and carry weapons outside of the home if they possess a permit. Restrictions on this right include prohibitions on explosives and ownership by violent felons.
 
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Latest revision as of 23:02, 5 March 2024

United States of Jackson

Flag of Jackson
Flag
Coat of arms of Jackson
Coat of arms
Motto: "Nothing waits beyond these office walls."
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Capital
and largest city
Jacksonville City
Official languagesJackian
Ethnic groups
Religion
Demonym(s)Jackian
GovernmentPresidential republic
• President
Sydney Johnson
Area
• Total
673,066 sq mi (1,743,230 km2) (23rd)
Population
• 2023 estimate
97.3 million (8th)
GDP (nominal)2023 estimate
• Total
$9.53 trillion Jackian Dollars (₵4.76 trillion Quebecshirite Credits) (5th)
• Per capita
$97,904 Jackian Dollars (₵48,952 Quebecshirite Credits) (4th)
Gini (2023)Positive decrease 14.3
low
HDI (2023)Increase 0.940
very high · 4th
CurrencyJackian Dollar (JSD)
Time zoneAMT-4 (JST)
Date formatmm/dd/yyyy
Driving sideright
Calling code+22
Internet TLD.js

Jackson, officially the United States of Jackson, is a medium-sized country primarily located in the southwest of the continent Ecros, with territory in Tierrasur. Mainland Jackson—Located on Ecros—is bordered to the east by x, through its ownership of Lake Manal and the Jack River, to the west by Pennalla and Kivu, and to the north by x. Jackson's largest city and capital of Jacksonville City is located near its eastern land-border on the Jack River. With an area of 673,066 sq mi (1,743,230 km2), divided up into ten states and 841 counties, Jackson is the 11th largest nation in Ecros and 23rd in the world. As of 2023, Jackson was estimated to have a population of 97 million, making it the 8th most populated nation in the world.

Jackson was a disorganized collection of many states until the Battle of Yeronia, where the Romanyan Empire invaded many of the disassociated tribes that lived in Jackson. Under Romanyan ownership, the Romanyan alphabet was introduced and the region adapted the Romanyan language as its primary language. The territory obtained independence from the Romanyan Empire in 680AD. The region split into many small states competing for regional influence, but ultimately the region was united after many local invasions by the Kingdom of Janusolm.

The Kingdom of Janusolm was an absolute monarchy characterized by its influence over trading routes terminating in the Bay of Greenville in the Andaluzian Sea. The kingdom used its position in a region of relative stability to manufacture ships and goods. The small states became more centralized and Janusolman became the de-facto language over the region. Also during this time, the Royal Military of Janusolm was established. This army was used to conquer new lands round the kingdom, often more powerful than itself. However, the kingdom was eventually reduced to the Citystate of Jacksonville after a defeat to x. The citystate, still ruled by a monarch, worked to rebuild its empire by conquering smaller nations.

The citystate was eventually renamed into the Jackson Empire after ruling monarch Anhidrous II established a constitution outlining a process for governing the country. Under this stronger and more centralized government, Jackson was able to establish a large empire ranging from the Kivu Ocean to east of the Jack River. At its greatest extent, Jackson covered x km2 (x sqmi) of land. However, many of the annexed regions were extremely different culturally to Jackson and some did not speak Jackian natively. Most territories of Jackson declared independence by 1950, and for the most part, the Jackian government allowed such actions due to the strength of these movements as a whole. In 1902, Jackson became a presidential republic, with an elected president taking the duties of the monarch, and the monarch position being renamed to Consul, mainly serving as a vanity position.

Jackson is the headquarters of the military alliance ACES and economic alliance JASAREPA. Jackson is also a member of the Ostlandet Union and Regional Organization of the Kivu Ocean. Jackson has independent mutral defense treaties with Paleocacher and Quebecshire, called x and the Treaty of Orléans and Benice respectively. Jackson has further economic ties with Quebecshire and Eleutherios under the Nemeth Accords. As of 2023, Jackson has a GDP of ₵4.76 trillion Quebecshirite Credits, making it the 5th largest economy in Terraconserva. For a brief period of time, 1962-1968, Jackson was the second largest economy, only beaten by Quebecshire. The modern day Jackian economy is based on manufacturing, financial services, and tourism.

Modern Jackson is considered a Full Democracy under the Global Democracy Index. Jackson has 3 political parties that hold power in the government—the Social Democratic Party, the Green Party, and the People's Party. Jackson is the nation with the largest share of female politicians, with 43% of all political offices held by women.[1] The government of Jackson grants citizens freedoms of speech, press, religion, language, sexuality, and abortion. Jackson is also notable for its low income inequality and poverty rates. Despite these freedoms, Jackian politicians have often been described as corrupt, with the most famous case of corruption being the 2001 Montcrabin refugee crisis involving then president Beau Lush, with many similar instances in lower offices.

Etymology

The name of Jackson originated in 667 A.D. preceding the dissolution of the Romanyan Empire. At this time, Jackson was referred to as Yeronia. The name Jackson (Janusolm) originated from the Romanyan words for entrance "janua" and land "solum" and was used as an unofficial name of the colony. After the collapse of Romanya, Janusolm was made the official name of the new independent kingdom, with its capital being Janusolm Civita (city). As the language of Jackson naturally became more distant from ancient Romanyan, "Janusolm" shifted into the word "Jackson" and "Janusolm Civita" combined into "Jacksonville". When the Citystate of Jacksonville was officially established, the city of Jacksonville was renamed into Jacksonville City to distinguish it from the nation, and Jackson was still used as the unofficial nation name until the establishment of the Jackson Empire.

History

Prehistory

Proto-Jackian Civilization

Romanyan Rule of Jackson

Dissolvation of Yeronia

Janusolman States

Jackian Consolidation Wars

First Jackian State

Main article: Kingdom of Janusolm

80 Years War

Main article: 80 Years War

Dissolution

Jacksonville Citystate

First Expansionary Period

Jackson Civil War

Main article: Jackson Civil War

Empire of Jackson

Second Expansionary Period

Tumland Under Jackian Rule

Araucarlia Under Jackian Rule

Niao Dao Under Jackian Rule

Main article: Niao Dao

South Ecros War

Main article: South Ecros War

Dissolution

Modern Jackson

Geography

Jackson is the twentieth largest nation in Terraconserva; bordering x to the north, Kivu to the northwest, and x to the southwest. Jackson is also bordered by the Andaluzian Sea and, at the south, by the Jack River. Jackian territory covers 1,743,230 km2 (673,066 sq mi), consisting of x km2 (x sq mi) of land and x km2 (x sq mi) of water.

Elevation ranges from the mountains of the Kivuian Border (highest point: the Beau Lush Pointe at x metres or x feet) in the west to the shores of the Andaluzian Sea in the south. The forested uplands of central Jackson and the lowlands of southern Jackson are traversed by such major rivers as the Jack River, Leimur River, and Goobdo River. Significant natural resources include iron ore, coal, potash, timber, lignite, uranium, copper, natural gas, salt, and nickel.

Mountains

Lakes

Rivers

Islands

Climate

A flood affecting a town outside of Rochester, Jackson

Most of Jackson has a temperate climate, ranging from oceanic in the south and east to continental in the north and west. Winters range from the cold in the x Mountains to warm with limited precipitation, while summers can vary from hot and dry to cool and rainy. The southern regions have prevailing winds that bring in moist air from the Andaluzian Sea, moderating the temperature and increasing precipitation. Conversely, the western regions have more extreme temperatures.

From February 2019 – 2020, the median temperature was recorded between 24 and 28 °C (75.2 and 82.4 °F). Average monthly precipitation ranged from 30 litres per square metre in February and April 2019 to 125 litres per square metre in February 2020. Average monthly hours of sunshine ranged from 45 in November 2019 to 300 in June 2019.

Natural Disasters

Government and Politics

Political System

Jackian Congress Building - 1902

Jackson operates under a presidential republic system with a single-house legislature and utilizes a first-past-the-post electoral system. As a presidential republic, Jackson's political system is characterized by a division of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The President, elected by the citizens through a vote based on a culmination of statewide elections, serves as both the head of state and government. The president's term is limited to a maximum of 10 years. Members of the Congress of Jackson are elected by the public through a first-past-the-post electoral system, wherein candidates with the highest number of votes in their respective counties, as opposed to states for the presidential election, secure seats. The Congress is responsible for passing laws, approving the budget, and representing the interests of the citizens.

In Jackson, the executive, legislative, and judicial branches operate independently, preventing the concentration of power in any one institution. Political pluralism is a prominent feature of Jackson's political landscape, with multiple political parties competing for representation. Also, the political system in Jackson is grounded in the rule of law, ensuring that all individuals, including those in positions of power, are subject to the law.

Foreign Relations

Military

Administrative Divisions

States

Main article: States of Jackson

Counties

Settlements

Human Rights

A group of protesters advocating for Trans rights in downtown Madison.

The human rights in Jackson are governed by a framework of laws and international agreements designed to protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of its citizens. Jackson, similar to many democratic nations, upholds the principles outlined in various international treaties and conventions, such as Article x of ACES and Provision 5 of the Jackian Constitution. Jackson's constitution serves as the supreme law of the land and explicitly guarantees fundamental human rights to all its residents.

Jackson recognizes and safeguards civil and political rights, including freedom of speech, assembly, and association. The country is democratic system, with a president that serves as the head of state and government and one house of congress. The judiciary operates independently and is responsible for interpreting and upholding the constitution. Legal proceedings are conducted in the public domain, and individuals are entitled to a fair trial. Jackson's constitution, per its preceding guidelines, aims to create conditions that promote a decent standard of living for all citizens. Anti-discrimination laws are in place to prevent discrimination based on factors such as race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Jackson participates in international forums and collaborations aimed at promoting and protecting human rights globally. The country engages with various organizations, such as ACES and the OU, and contributes to initiatives that seek to address human rights challenges on an international scale.

While Jackson is committed to upholding human rights, it faces challenges and criticisms. Some concerns may include issues related to immigration, privacy rights, and the treatment of certain marginalized groups. International bodies and civil society organizations periodically assess and offer recommendations to address these challenges.

Law Enforcement

Economy

Main article: Economy of Jackson

Jackson Exports in 2022

  Manufactured Products (30%)
  Shipping, Watercraft, Naval Vessels (19%)
  Software, OS, Firmware (16%)
  Medical Technology (7%)
  Hardware, Computer Parts, Lithography Machines (7%)
  Crude Oil (5%)
  Locomotives (5%)
  Food Products (3%)
  Aircraft, Aircraft Parts (3%)
  Others (5%)

Exports

Manufactured Goods

Watercraft

Software and Hardware

Locomotives

Aircraft

Other

Tourism

Services

Infastructure

Interstate System

Main article: Jackian Interstate system

Highways

Rail Network

Energy Grid

Main article: Electricity Sector in Jackson
Graph Showing The Distribution of Energy Sources in Jackson Over Time

The energy grid of Jackson is highly varied, with most power production from nuclear, gasoline, and oil.[2] Since 2015, the Jackian Agency of Clean Energy, a government branch of the Environmental Affairs Office[lower-alpha 1], has been subsidizing new nuclear, Desherium, solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects. By 2035, Jackson is slated to become a carbon-neutral nation. Jackson currently invests $109 billion Jackian dollars in developing new renewable energy.[3] An important factor in Jackson's transition to a carbon-neutral energy grid has been the development of Desherium fusion power. Desherium fusion is a relatively clean and safe form of energy that has the potential to provide as much, or more energy than traditional nuclear energy. In addition to its investments in renewable energy, Jackson has also taken steps to improve the efficiency of its energy grid. This has included upgrading transmission lines and developing new ways to store energy.

Demographics

Culture

Art

National Landmarks

Cuisine

Literature

Media

Sports

Yuchio

Kivuian Gridiron

Football

See Also

Notes

  1. ↑ This agency is mostly controlled by the Environmental Affairs Office, but the Technological Innovations Affairs Office has representatives overseeing the decisions of the agency.

References

  1. ↑ "Which Nation has the Highest Proportion of Minority Politicians?". South Bend Times. August 15, 2021.
  2. ↑ "Documentation of Jackian Energy Sources". Government of Jackson. June 21, 2023.
  3. ↑ "New Clean Energy Spending Plan". Government of Jackson. November 4, 2020.
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