Outer Banks (1983: Doomsday)

The Republic of the Outer Banks is a North American survivor nation located off the coast of the former US state of North Carolina.

History
After the destruction of North Carolina's government on Doomsday, municipal authorities from communities on Noth Carolina's Outer Banks gathered in the town of Manteo to form a provisional state government. At first, the people of the Outer Banks had no intention of forming a permanent nation, believing state and federal authorities would eventually return. After five years, however, hopes of reuniting with the US had dwindled. Finally, the provisional authorities decided that the federal government was never coming back and it was time to give up on the USA. In September 1988, on the 5th anniversary of Doomsday, the Republic of the Outer Banks was officially formed.

Government
The Republic of the Outer Banks follows a model of government similar to the pre-DD United States. The republic is divided into seven townships. The legislative branch consists of a House of Representatives and a Senate. The House is divided into seats which correspond to the population of townships and its members are elected by the people. The Senate is divided into two seats per township and its members are appointed by the governments of the townships.

The President is elected to two four-year terms. The powers of the Presidency are identical to that of the pre-DD US President.

The judicial branch has the same structure and purpose as the judicial branch of the former US.

Economy
The Outer Banks have established strict self-sufficiency. Fishing is the main source of sustenance, though rationing has been enacted to prevent overfishing. Citizens have been encouraged to grow fruits and vegetables in private greenhouses.

Due to the loss of oil imports, many automobiles in the region have been converted to electric or solar power. Gas stations have been replaced by electric charging stations.

One controversial measure has been the construction of a nuclear power plant on Portsmouth Island. Due to the legacy of Doomsday, many people do not want anything to do with anything 'nuclear.' The government, however, has assured the populace that the reactor is safe and stable.

International Relations
The Outer Banks maintains a strict isolationist policy. The government has turned down an offer to join the League of Nations, citing the failure of previous international bodies to prevent wars in the past.