Welcome to The UNITED

This is your guide to governmental, legal, and social structures in The UNITED, effective January 1, 2026. Whether you are a citizen, temporary visitor, or aspiring immigrant, this guide is designed to orient you to the legal and cultural ecosystem of our nation.

Governance and Funding

The UNITED (formerly the United States of America) is governed by the people through digital voting. Each citizen aged 18, 21, or 25 (more on this distinction later) possesses a secure digital identifier, enabling direct participation in national governance.

Advocates and Representation

The traditional structures of the Senate, House of Representatives, and state governments have been dissolved. Instead, 5,411 Advocates serve as regional liaisons to voice local concerns but do not vote on legislation. This number reflects the historic count of state-level representatives.

• The former state of New Hampshire maintains the highest number of Advocates (400), while former Alaska has the smallest (40).
• This streamlined model eliminates redundancies and significantly reduces costs associated with prior state and federal legislative bodies.

Federal Agencies and Competitive Funding

The UNITED operates through a set of federal agencies, including Digital Governance, Commerce, Agriculture, Education, Trade, and Peace (formerly the Department of Defense).

• Funding for these agencies is derived from designated contributions (previously termed “taxes”).
• Individuals and corporations allocate their contributions to agencies of their choice. Early contributors gain priority in selecting where their contributions are applied.
• Agencies compete transparently, incentivized to minimize waste and maximize impact, with surplus funds redistributed to less-funded departments.

Social Structures

Foreign Relations

The UNITED serves as a global model for economic and social progress, embracing coexistence with alternative governance systems. Our mission is to inspire through example, not imposition.

Immigration and Contributions to Ancestral Homelands

Recognizing its history as a nation built by immigrants, The UNITED seeks to strengthen global communities, reducing the need for emigration.

• Country of Origin Contributions: Citizens identify their ancestral origins, and a portion of their annual contributions funds microloans, educational programs, and disaster relief in those regions.
• Legal Immigration: Immigrants gain immediate enrollment in the contribution plan and may be sponsored by corporations following strict guidelines, including mandatory employment for one year.

Corporate Responsibility

All corporations operate under a B-Corp Model, requiring a specified social benefit alongside profitability. Publicized corporate contributions strengthen brand reputation while funding public infrastructure, education, and other societal needs.

Legal and Cultural Frameworks

Gun Ownership

Gun ownership is restricted to rural environments and requires rigorous licensing and safety training, comparable to automobile regulations.

Adult Status

Citizens may claim full adult status at age 18, 21, or 25, unlocking privileges such as voting, purchasing alcohol and recreational drugs, and owning firearms. Those who defer adult status receive fully subsidized education or vocational training.

Marriage, Abortion, and Divorce

A restructured legal framework places authority over family laws within religious denominations and a scientific category, with the following principles:

Marriage and Civil Unions

• Marriage: A religious designation governed by each denomination’s rules. Religious institutions must prominently display their marriage, abortion, and divorce policies at their entrances.
• Civil Unions: All legal rights traditionally associated with marriage (e.g., joint tax filings, survivorship) are granted through civil unions, accessible to all citizens irrespective of religious affiliation.

Abortion Laws

• Scientific Category: Abortions are permitted up to 20 weeks, corresponding to fetal viability, with exceptions for life-threatening conditions.
• Religious Categories: Each denomination governs abortion laws for its adherents, with examples including:
• Hindu tradition, permitting abortion only before 20 weeks.
• Conservative Christian groups, prohibiting abortion except to save the pregnant person’s life.

Cross-Religious Sexual Activity

When partners belong to different belief systems, the most restrictive laws apply. For example:

• If a scientist impregnates a member of a no-abortion sect, abortion is prohibited.
• Men from a no-abortion, no premarital sex sect engaging in sex resulting in  out-of-wedlock pregnancies must either marry the pregnant partner or provide $500,000 in support as a lump sum (or $20,000 annually over 25 years) to cover child-rearing costs, including college education
• If the couple divorces, annual payments commence until the child reaches 25 years of age.

Divorce

• Religious Groups: Divorce is governed by each denomination’s rules.
• Civil Unions: Legal separations follow state laws, ensuring equitable property division, custody, and support.

Department of Peace

The Department of Peace fosters global harmony through scientifically validated practices. All personnel meditate to enhance individual and collective well-being, reducing global stress and conflict. The UNITED’s peaceful influence establishes it as a stabilizing force, fostering collaboration rather than hostility.

Conclusion: A Unified Vision

The UNITED represents a reimagined society built on transparency, equity, and respect for cultural and individual differences. By integrating direct governance, reparative policies, and pluralistic legal systems, it offers a blueprint for coexistence and progress. Welcome to a nation where justice, innovation, and compassion guide every decision.

HISTORICAL NOTE: A New Era for The UNITED (January 1, 2026)

On this day, January 1, 2026, The UNITED stands as a nation transformed, its foundation restructured to reflect justice, equity, and historical accountability. Through the Re-Indigenization and Reparative Sovereignty Transition, completed between June 2025 and December 31, 2025, we have taken unprecedented steps to restore sovereignty to Native American nations, provide reparations to African American communities, and reconcile with the truths of our shared history.

Looking Back: The Transition Process

The Census and Ancestral Classification (June – August 2025)

In the summer of 2025, a comprehensive census was conducted to trace the ancestry of all residents. This process identified individuals whose ancestors migrated to the Americas after 1492 without the explicit consent of Native American nations. Descendants of enslaved Africans were exempt from this classification, their forced migration acknowledged as a separate and unique injustice. This foundational step ensured clarity and fairness in the subsequent phases of the transition.

Asset Surrender and Redistribution (September – October 2025)

In the early autumn of 2025, individuals classified as descendants of undocumented settlers complied with the surrender of properties, businesses, and wealth. These assets were transferred to:

1. Native American Nations: To restore ancestral lands and enable the governance of these territories by their original stewards.
2. African American Communities: To provide reparations for the economic and systemic injustices of slavery, empowering these communities with land, wealth, and infrastructure.

The process was overseen by the Reparative Justice Commission, which ensured transparency and fairness, while implementing mechanisms for efficient resource redistribution.

Repatriation to Ancestral Homelands (November – December 2025)

During the final months of 2025, millions of individuals whose ancestors had migrated without consent began their journey to ancestral homelands. The UNITED, in collaboration with international organizations and foreign governments, facilitated this historic migration, providing:

• Comprehensive Support: Logistical, financial, and cultural assistance for resettlement in ancestral countries.
• Opportunities for Re-Admission: Individuals could apply for re-entry to The UNITED, with applications evaluated by Native American and African American councils, ensuring alignment with the principles of the new governance structure.

Achievements of the Transition

By December 31, 2025, The UNITED had completed this transformative process, achieving the following milestones:

1. Restoration of Native American Sovereignty

Native American nations reclaimed control over their ancestral lands and governance systems. These nations now lead The UNITED, guiding its policies with sustainable stewardship and cultural traditions at the forefront.

2. Reparations for African American Communities

African American communities received land, wealth, and opportunities for leadership in a restructured economy, addressing centuries of systemic inequities. These reparations have empowered these communities to shape a brighter future for themselves and the nation.

3. A Unified National Identity

The UNITED has redefined itself as a nation rooted in accountability and respect. It is no longer tethered to the narratives of colonization but is instead a global symbol of justice and reconciliation.

The Present and Future

As of today, January 1, 2026, The UNITED begins a new chapter as a nation led by Native American and African American communities. Guided by the values of equity, sustainability, and collective well-being, this country has laid the groundwork for a society that honors its past while embracing the possibilities of its future.

The challenges of this transformation were significant, and the journey was not without resistance. Yet, the courage to face historical truths and enact meaningful change has positioned The UNITED as a beacon of hope—a model for how nations can reconcile with their histories and strive for a just and inclusive future.

Together, we now move forward, committed to building a nation that embodies the principles of equity, respect, and shared prosperity for all.

See ADDENDA (below) for background information and rationale elements on these changes.

Addenda:

Addendum 1: The Slave Trade as the Involuntary Importation of Undocumented Aliens

The transatlantic slave trade represents one of the darkest chapters in human history, marked by the forced migration of millions of African people into the Americas. While traditionally analyzed through the lens of economic exploitation, racial subjugation, and human suffering, another perspective to consider is how the slave trade operated as a systemic, state-sanctioned process of importing what might today be termed “undocumented aliens”—individuals brought into a country without their consent or formal legal recognition of their status as free persons.

The Context of Forced Migration

Between the 16th and 19th centuries, an estimated 12 million Africans were forcibly transported to the Americas, including what would become the United States. Unlike voluntary immigrants seeking opportunity, these individuals were kidnapped, sold, and shipped across the Atlantic in conditions that defy the imagination. They entered foreign lands not as recognized members of society but as property, stripped of legal personhood and any claim to rights.

Under modern definitions, undocumented immigrants are individuals who cross borders without official authorization. The enslaved Africans brought to the United States were fundamentally different in that they were forced to cross borders under compulsion, but they shared a lack of formal agency in their migration. They were brought outside any conventional immigration framework, denied autonomy, and relegated to a status of permanent outsiderhood.

Legal Contradictions and Status

From the earliest days of the colonial period, the legal system grappled with the implications of slavery. The Constitution itself, in its original form, codified contradictions regarding the status of enslaved individuals. They were simultaneously treated as property under state laws and as partial persons for the purposes of congressional representation under the infamous Three-Fifths Compromise.

These legal ambiguities resonate with modern debates over undocumented immigration. Enslaved Africans were physically present in the United States, contributing labor and economic value, yet excluded from the protections and rights of citizenship. They occupied a legal gray area, one deliberately maintained to uphold the institution of slavery.

Economic Dependency and Exploitation

The parallels between the slave trade and contemporary concerns about undocumented labor become stark when examining the economic forces at play. Enslaved Africans were trafficked to meet the insatiable demand for cheap labor in plantation economies. Their labor underpinned the production of cash crops like tobacco, cotton, and sugar, fueling the wealth of the colonies and the global economy.

This economic dependency came at a profound human cost. The labor extracted from enslaved Africans was uncompensated, and their bodies were treated as commodities to be traded, insured, and exploited. While modern undocumented workers often face wage theft, exploitation, and a lack of legal protections, enslaved individuals were subjected to the total denial of autonomy, familial bonds, and human dignity.

Alienation and Identity

The concept of “alien” status is particularly poignant in the context of slavery. Africans brought to the Americas were forcibly removed from their homelands, severed from their cultural identities, and deliberately denied the opportunity to integrate into the societies they were compelled to serve. They were considered outsiders in perpetuity, regardless of how many generations of their descendants were born in the United States.

Efforts to strip enslaved individuals of their languages, traditions, and histories further alienated them from their origins. This cultural dislocation was a deliberate strategy to dehumanize and control enslaved populations, creating a unique form of undocumented alienation: not merely geographic displacement but existential erasure.

Resistance and the Pursuit of Freedom

Despite the systemic nature of their oppression, enslaved Africans resisted in myriad ways. Acts of rebellion, escape, and the creation of clandestine networks such as the Underground Railroad illustrate the resilience and agency of a people denied formal recognition or freedom. In this context, their pursuit of liberation parallels the struggles of modern undocumented populations fighting for dignity and rights in societies that seek to marginalize them.

The abolition of the transatlantic slave trade in 1808 and the eventual end of slavery with the 13th Amendment were critical milestones, but they did not resolve the alienation and inequities imposed on African Americans. The legacies of slavery continue to shape the United States, underscoring the enduring consequences of forcibly bringing millions of “undocumented” individuals into the country without their consent.

Lessons for Today

Reframing the slave trade as a form of importing undocumented aliens highlights the broader issues of forced migration, exploitation, and systemic inequality. It challenges us to consider the legal and moral frameworks societies construct to justify the exclusion or dehumanization of certain groups.

While the historical circumstances of slavery are distinct from modern immigration dynamics, both underscore the ways in which economic systems and legal structures can marginalize individuals while profiting from their labor. Recognizing these parallels invites a deeper reflection on how societies can reconcile their histories and build more just systems for those who live within their borders, regardless of how they arrived.

 

Addendum 2: The Slave Trade as Criminal Human Trafficking

The transatlantic slave trade, a massive and systemic enterprise lasting over three centuries, forcibly relocated millions of African people to the Americas, including what would become the United States. While often discussed in terms of its economic and social impact, the slave trade can be reframed as an immense and organized instance of criminal human trafficking. Viewed through this lens, the individuals and entities involved—traders, financiers, ship captains, and plantation owners—were not merely participants in an economic system but perpetrators of crimes against humanity. By applying the modern framework of human trafficking, the extent of their culpability and the deliberate criminality of their actions come into sharper focus.

Defining Human Trafficking in Historical Context

According to contemporary definitions, human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain labor or commercial exploitation. By these standards, the transatlantic slave trade was a textbook example of human trafficking on a massive scale. Enslaved Africans were:

1. Deceived or Coerced: Victims were captured in raids, wars, or through betrayal by local leaders and intermediaries, often under false pretenses or brutal force.
2. Transported Illegally: Bound, branded, and packed into slave ships, they were shipped across the Atlantic in conditions designed for maximum profit and total disregard for human life.
3. Exploited: Upon arrival, they were sold into a lifetime of forced labor, often enduring violence, deprivation, and psychological abuse to ensure submission.

The perpetrators of these acts knew they were profiting from the suffering of human beings, yet they used legal loopholes, societal justifications, and financial incentives to mask their crimes.

The Traffickers: Key Actors in the Slave Trade

1. Kidnappers and Captors

At the root of the transatlantic slave trade were the individuals and groups responsible for capturing men, women, and children from their homes. In many cases, these captors were local warlords or traders in Africa who preyed on vulnerable communities, often using violence, trickery, or betrayal to round up captives. Entire villages were destroyed, families torn apart, and individuals reduced to commodities for sale to European traders.

2. Shipowners and Captains

The slave ships were floating prisons, designed explicitly to maximize profits by cramming as many enslaved individuals as possible into horrific conditions. The captains and crews of these ships were directly complicit in the trafficking enterprise, ensuring their human cargo remained subdued through chains, brutal punishments, and unspeakable acts of cruelty. Mortality rates during the Middle Passage often reached 15-20%, and every death was a calculated loss factored into the traffickers’ profits.

3. Financiers and Investors

The slave trade depended on a sophisticated network of financiers who provided the capital to fund expeditions and insure the ships and their “cargo.” Banks, trading companies, and private investors actively supported the trade, profiting immensely from the human trafficking economy. Without their financial backing, the scale and efficiency of the slave trade would have been impossible.

4. Plantation Owners and Buyers

The final stage of trafficking involved the sale of enslaved individuals to plantation owners and other buyers in the Americas. These purchasers knowingly bought trafficked humans, perpetuating the cycle of forced labor, dehumanization, and generational enslavement. They created the demand that drove the entire system, making them direct beneficiaries of human trafficking.

The Business of Crime: Profiting from Exploitation

The scale of the transatlantic slave trade underscores its industrial nature, with entire economies built on human trafficking. Estimates suggest that over 12 million Africans were trafficked, with millions dying during capture, transport, or the brutal conditions of slavery. The profits generated from their exploitation fueled the growth of industries in Europe and the Americas, including agriculture, shipping, and manufacturing.

These profits came at an unconscionable human cost. Every transaction in the slave trade—whether the sale of an individual at a market or the funding of a voyage—was a criminal act, turning human suffering into economic gain.

The Legal Shield: Justifications for Criminal Behavior

Despite the blatant criminality of the slave trade by modern standards, its participants relied on legal and cultural frameworks to justify their actions. European and American laws codified slavery, treating enslaved individuals as property rather than human beings. Religious and pseudo-scientific justifications perpetuated the dehumanization of Africans, allowing traffickers to claim moral and legal legitimacy.

This reliance on legal loopholes and societal normalization is a hallmark of organized crime. Much like modern human traffickers who exploit vulnerable populations and corrupt systems, the perpetrators of the slave trade used legal structures to shield their actions and evade accountability.

Resistance and Justice: Voices Against the Traffickers

Even during the height of the slave trade, voices emerged to denounce its inherent criminality. Abolitionists, enslaved individuals who resisted, and communities that fought back against trafficking networks challenged the moral and legal foundations of slavery. Figures like Olaudah Equiano, who detailed his experiences as a trafficked person, exposed the brutal realities of the trade and framed it as a crime against humanity.

Modern parallels can be drawn to anti-human trafficking efforts, where survivors and advocates work to dismantle systems of exploitation. The abolition of slavery, culminating in the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, marked an essential step toward justice, though the legacies of this criminal enterprise persist.

Lessons for Today: Recognizing Modern Human Trafficking

By recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as an organized system of human trafficking, we gain a deeper understanding of its criminality and its enduring impact on society. It also sheds light on the global fight against human trafficking today, where millions continue to be exploited under different guises but in fundamentally similar ways.

The lesson is clear: trafficking in human lives—whether for profit, labor, or exploitation—is an unconscionable crime that demands accountability and justice. By acknowledging the criminal nature of the slave trade, we honor the resilience of its victims and reaffirm our commitment to ending all forms of human trafficking in the present day.

Addendum 2: The European Migration: Invasive Undocumented Aliens

From the perspective of Native American nations, the migration of European settlers into the Americas represents a profound and catastrophic invasion of sovereign lands. Viewed through the lens of modern terminology, these settlers could be considered “undocumented aliens”—arriving without permission, disregarding established territorial rights, and imposing systems of governance and resource exploitation that fundamentally disrupted Indigenous ways of life. This chapter explores the European arrival as an invasive migration, examining its impact on Native American sovereignty, culture, and survival.

The Arrival: An Uninvited Presence

Before the arrival of Europeans, the Americas were home to thriving civilizations with complex social, political, and economic systems. Nations like the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Lakota, the Cherokee, and countless others occupied territories with well-defined boundaries, governed by their own laws and traditions. These societies maintained sustainable relationships with the land, waters, and ecosystems.

The first European settlers arrived uninvited, establishing footholds along the Atlantic coast. Initially, some Indigenous nations welcomed these newcomers, offering guidance on agriculture, trade, and survival in an unfamiliar land. However, these relationships were often exploited. Unlike Indigenous migratory practices, which were based on mutual consent and respect for shared resources, the European presence rapidly expanded, disregarding the sovereignty of the Native nations.

Disregard for Territorial Rights

European settlers operated under the assumption of entitlement to land that was neither unclaimed nor available for unrestricted use. Using the doctrine of “terra nullius” (land belonging to no one) and religiously motivated decrees such as the Doctrine of Discovery, they justified the seizure of Native lands. These actions ignored existing Indigenous governance structures and systems of land stewardship, treating the continents as a blank slate to be exploited.

Settlers arrived without seeking formal consent or negotiating entry as guests. Instead, they established colonies, often under the pretense of divine right, which escalated into widespread encroachment. From an Indigenous perspective, this migration violated fundamental principles of respect, reciprocity, and shared use of resources.

Violence and Displacement

The arrival of Europeans was not merely a passive migration but an aggressive expansion characterized by violence, coercion, and displacement. Settlers brought weapons and diseases, both of which decimated Indigenous populations. Epidemics such as smallpox, measles, and influenza swept through Native communities, killing millions—an unintentional but catastrophic form of biological invasion.

As settlers pushed westward, conflicts over land and resources became commonplace. Armed confrontations, such as the Pequot War, King Philip’s War, and countless others, forced Indigenous peoples to defend their lands and sovereignty against overwhelming odds. European settlers often labeled Native resistance as barbaric or uncivilized, further justifying their expansionist policies.

Economic Exploitation: Theft of Resources

The European migration also represented a systematic looting of Indigenous resources. Settlers introduced unsustainable agricultural practices, overhunting, and deforestation, fundamentally altering ecosystems that Native peoples had carefully managed for centuries. The commodification of natural resources—timber, fur, and fertile land—was conducted without regard for Indigenous stewardship practices or consent.

Land treaties, when they were negotiated, were frequently violated or manipulated. In many cases, settlers resorted to outright theft, such as the illegal occupation of Cherokee lands leading up to the Trail of Tears. The economic systems imposed by settlers disrupted Native trade networks and economies, leaving Indigenous nations economically marginalized.

Cultural Erosion and Imposed Systems

European settlers brought with them not only their physical presence but also their cultural dominance, often imposed through force. Indigenous languages, spiritual practices, and governance systems were suppressed or outright banned. Education systems were used as tools of assimilation, most notoriously through boarding schools that stripped Native children of their identities and severed ties with their families and communities.

From the Native perspective, this cultural imposition was another form of invasion. Settlers not only occupied physical territories but also sought to erase the cultural foundations that defined Indigenous nations. This process, viewed today, was a deliberate form of cultural genocide.

The Perspective of Invasion

For Native Americans, the European migration into their lands resembled an unchecked and invasive influx of undocumented aliens. The settlers disregarded Native laws, territorial boundaries, and governance, imposing their own systems without consent. They arrived en masse, claimed land they did not own, and reshaped societies through violence and coercion.

Unlike modern undocumented migrants who often arrive seeking opportunity within established systems, European settlers sought to dismantle and replace existing systems. They did not integrate into Native societies but instead sought to dominate and erase them. In this sense, the European migration can be seen not just as undocumented but as aggressively invasive.

Resistance and Resilience

Despite the overwhelming challenges, Native nations resisted this invasion through negotiation, warfare, and adaptation. Leaders like Tecumseh, Sitting Bull, and Sequoyah exemplified the resilience and ingenuity of Indigenous peoples in the face of existential threats. Alliances were formed, battles were fought, and efforts to preserve culture and sovereignty continued despite immense odds.

Today, Native American nations continue to assert their rights and sovereignty, reclaiming land, language, and cultural practices. Their survival stands as a testament to their resilience against centuries of invasion and erasure.

Lessons for Understanding Migration

Framing European settlers as undocumented invaders challenges dominant narratives about the “discovery” of the Americas and highlights the deep injustices experienced by Indigenous nations. It underscores the importance of respecting sovereignty, seeking consent, and acknowledging the histories and rights of those who were here first. By recognizing this perspective, we move closer to addressing the historical and ongoing consequences of colonization, honoring the resilience of Native peoples and their rightful place in shaping the future of the Americas.

Addendum 3: Reparative Redistribution: A Scenario of Justice

At a pivotal moment in American history where, after centuries of debate, reconciliation, and activism, the United States enacted a sweeping reparations policy. In this act, all white property owners in the former slave states were required to surrender their wealth, property, and businesses to African American individuals and communities as direct compensation for the injustices of slavery and its enduring legacy. This chapter envisions how such a policy might unfold, exploring the implications, challenges, and transformations that could arise.

The Decision: A Bold Act of Reparations

After years of historical reckoning and legal deliberation, Congress passed the Reparative Justice and Economic Equity Act of 2025, mandating the transfer of property, wealth, and businesses owned by white families in former Confederate states to African Americans. The policy is grounded in the recognition that slavery, racial violence, and systemic discrimination created intergenerational wealth disparities that persist to this day.

The act explicitly targets wealth derived from slavery or maintained through the exploitation of African Americans during Reconstruction, Jim Crow, and beyond. It also acknowledges that the economic systems of the South were built on the unpaid labor of enslaved people, making reparations not only a moral imperative but also an economic correction.

Implementation: The Mechanism of Redistribution

The implementation of such a sweeping policy required meticulous planning. The Reparations Commission was established to oversee the redistribution process, working in partnership with historians, economists, and legal experts. Key steps include:

1. Property and Wealth Assessments
   Detailed audits were conducted to determine the extent of wealth, property, and business holdings in former slave states. Families and entities with documented ties to the legacy of slavery underwent mandatory surrender of these assets.
2. Recipient Identification
   African Americans with ancestral ties to slavery were prioritized as beneficiaries. Genealogists and historical researchers work alongside community leaders to trace family histories and establish claims.
3. Asset Transfers
   Property deeds, business ownership rights, and financial accounts were transferred to African American individuals, families, and community trusts. This included plantations, historical estates, and corporations that profited from slavery.
4. Community Reinvestment
   In cases where assets are public or communal—such as businesses or agricultural enterprises—these were converted into cooperatives or trusts managed by African American communities.

Transformations: Social and Economic Impacts

1. Empowerment of African American Communities

The immediate effect was the empowerment of African Americans who, for the first time in generations, gained control over significant economic resources. Former plantations become community farms, businesses are revitalized under new leadership, and neighborhoods see unprecedented investment in infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

2. Resistance and Resentment

Unsurprisingly, the policy sparked widespread resistance among white property owners, many of whom argued that they had no direct connection to slavery. Courts were flooded with legal challenges, though the policy held firm under constitutional review.

3. A New Economic Order

The economic landscape of the South shifted dramatically. Previously entrenched disparities began to close as African Americans gain wealth and economic independence. New businesses, innovations, and cultural institutions emerge, led by empowered African American leaders.

4. National Reflection

The redistribution sparked a national conversation about wealth, privilege, and historical accountability. Other regions began exploring reparations policies, and international observers view the United States as a leader in addressing historical injustices.

Challenges and Criticisms

The policy was not without challenges. Critics argue that such sweeping redistribution disrupts property rights and the free market. Others question the feasibility of tracing ancestral ties to slavery or the fairness of penalizing families who may have acquired property long after slavery ended.

Additionally, the logistics of redistributing businesses and ensuring their success under new ownership prove complex. Some industries experienced temporary disruptions, and local economies require adjustments to stabilize.

Healing and Justice: A Vision for the Future

Despite its challenges, the policy marks a profound step toward healing. African Americans, long denied the fruits of their ancestors’ labor, gain an opportunity to build wealth and reclaim their place in the American story. Communities once devastated by poverty and systemic racism experience revival, and a new generation grows up in a country that has made tangible strides toward justice.

In this scenario, reparations were not merely about transferring wealth—they were about recognizing the humanity and contributions of African Americans, honoring the resilience of their ancestors, and creating a foundation for true equality. The United States, long haunted by its past, begins to forge a future defined by accountability and hope.

Chapter VI: The Return to Ancestral Homelands: A Scenario of Re-Indigenizing the United States

In a groundbreaking act of restorative justice, the United States embarked on an unprecedented transformation. A new government, led by Native American nations in alliance with African American communities, implements the Re-Indigenization and Reparative Sovereignty Act of 2025. This law mandated that all descendants of immigrants who entered the Americas without explicit permission from Native American nations surrendered their properties, businesses, and wealth and returned to their ancestral homelands. Only through application and consent can they be considered for re-admission into a restructured United States, now governed by its original stewards and the descendants of enslaved peoples who built its wealth.

The Rationale: Restoring Sovereignty and Correcting Injustice

For centuries, Native American nations were systematically displaced, oppressed, and marginalized by European settlers and their descendants. This migration occurred without consent, violating the sovereignty of Indigenous peoples and dismantling their societies. Similarly, African Americans, forcibly brought to the continent as enslaved labor, were denied the fruits of their labor and the rights of citizenship.

The policy seeks to address these intertwined histories by returning control of the land and its governance to Native Americans while compensating African Americans for centuries of exploitation. It reframes the presence of non-Indigenous descendants of immigrants as a violation of Indigenous sovereignty, requiring a rebalancing of power and resources.

The Mechanism of Reparative Justice

1. Identification and Classification

A national census identifies individuals based on ancestral ties to immigration. Anyone whose ancestors migrated to the Americas after 1492 without explicit Native American permission is classified as a descendant of undocumented settlers.

2. Surrender of Assets

Property, businesses, and wealth accumulated by descendants of undocumented settlers are surrendered to Native American and African American communities. This includes homes, corporations, farmland, and public institutions, all of which are transferred to collective ownership under Native and African American leadership.

3. Return to Ancestral Homelands

Descendants of undocumented settlers are required to return to their countries of ancestral origin. Governments and international organizations facilitate this mass repatriation, negotiating with nations around the world to welcome their diaspora.

4. Re-Admission Process

Individuals wishing to return to the restructured United States must apply for re-admission. Applications are reviewed by councils composed of Native American and African American leaders, who assess each applicant’s commitment to upholding the values and sovereignty of the new government. Successful applicants may be granted residency or citizenship on a case-by-case basis.

Governance by Native American and African American Leadership

The restructured United States is governed by a coalition of Native American nations and African American communities. This new government prioritizes:

• Restoration of Native Sovereignty: Land is returned to tribal governance, and traditional systems of stewardship guide resource management.
• Economic Equity: African American communities receive reparations in the form of land, wealth, and opportunities for leadership in industry and governance.
• Cultural Revitalization: Indigenous languages, traditions, and knowledge systems are preserved and celebrated as the foundation of the nation’s identity.

Social and Economic Transformations

1. Native American and African American Empowerment

With control of land and resources, Native American and African American communities experience unprecedented revitalization. Tribal councils and African American cooperatives manage industries, education, and infrastructure, creating equitable systems that prioritize sustainability and community well-being.

2. Global Migration

The mass repatriation of millions of people creates a historic global migration event. European, Asian, and other nations receive their diasporic descendants, sparking cultural and economic shifts worldwide.

3. Reimagined National Identity

The United States is redefined as a nation rooted in Indigenous sovereignty and African American resilience. Its history is reframed to center on the contributions and sacrifices of these communities, rejecting the settler-colonial narratives of the past.

Challenges and Resistance

1. Logistical and Ethical Complexities

The policy faced immense logistical challenges, including tracing ancestry, negotiating international repatriations, and managing the redistribution of assets. Critics argue that it is unfair to penalize individuals for the actions of their ancestors or to disrupt multi-generational roots in the Americas.

2. Resistance from Descendants of Settlers

Many descendants of undocumented settlers resisted the policy, claiming a right to the only home they have ever known. Protests, legal battles, and international condemnation create tensions, though the new government remains resolute in its mission.

3. Economic Disruptions

The sudden redistribution of wealth and departure of millions of people initially destabilized the economy. However, Indigenous and African American leaders implement measures to rebuild systems around equitable and sustainable models.

Reflections on Justice and Belonging

This forced a reexamination of the foundational myths of the United States. It challenged the idea that migration without consent is justifiable and underscores the lasting harm caused by colonialism and slavery. By centering Native American and African American leadership, the policy envisions a society built on respect, reciprocity, and acknowledgment of historical injustices.

Ultimately, this was not just about returning land or wealth—it was about redefining the principles of belonging and governance in a way that honors the original stewards of the land and the resilience of those who endured its darkest chapters.