In a shocking move, a growing number of individuals and groups are abandoning traditional democracy in favor of creating their own sovereign nations. Dubbed "micro-nations" or "secessionist communities," these self-proclaimed states are springing up in various parts of the world, from rural towns in the United States to isolated islands in the Pacific. Proponents of these alternative governance systems argue that mainstream democracy has become ineffective and corrupt, and that by creating their own nations, they can establish more direct and participatory forms of decision-making. But as these micro-nations gain momentum, questions arise about their legitimacy, jurisdiction, and potential impact on the global order.
They think democracy has run its course - so they're setting up their own nations instead.
