Jackson

United States of Jackson
Flag Coat of arms
Motto: "Nothing waits beyond these office walls."
Anthem:  These Office Walls
Capital and largest city	Jacksonville City
Official languages	Jackian
Ethnic groups	90% Jackian 3% Vaktrian 2% Kivuian 2% Quebecshirite 1% Monsilvan 2% Other
Religion	56% Atheist 32% Creeperian Catholic 5% Jackian Traditional 3% Jewish 4% Other
Demonym(s)	Jackian
Government	Presidential 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)	14.3 low
HDI (2023)	0.940 very high · 4th
Currency	Jackian Dollar (JSD)
Time zone	AMT-4 (JST)
Date format	mm/dd/yyyy
Driving side	right
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. 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

First Jackian State

Main article: Kingdom of Janusolm

80 Years War

Main article: 80 Years War

Jacksonville Citystate

Jackson Civil War

Main article: Jackson Civil War

Empire of Jackson

Niao Dao Under Jackian Rule

Main article: Niao Dao

South Ecros War

Main article: South Ecros War

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.

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.

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.

Administrative Divisions

States

Main article: States of Jackson

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.

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%)

Infastructure

Interstate System

Main article: Jackian Interstate system

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. Since 2015, the Jackian Agency of Clean Energy, a government branch of the Environmental Affairs Office, 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. 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.

See Also

• Creeperopolis
• Quebecshire
• Eleutherios
• JASAREPA