Iverik Socialism
Iverik Socialism a social, poltiical, and economic variant from Socialism. The most basic concept of Iverik Socialism is the nationalization and ownership of theoretically everything, including the means of production, by the State. The single greatest way that Iverik Socialism achieves is through an inherent totalitarian system. Another way is by the State deciding which jobs every citizen will participate in. With addition to this Iverik Socialism also stresses extreme industrialization and maximum productivity and efficiency within the economy and even the general populace, usually there is only one day weekends (or weekends don't exist at all), poor working conditions, and poor pay. Imperialism, Nationalism, State-Atheism, Xenophobia, Militarism, and Anti-fascism are also core tenants within Iverik Socialism.
The most iconic person and the most credited man with founding Iverik Socialism is John Krakenour. However, there is debate over if he truly founded the ideology. The first man that proposed a form of Iverik Socialism was Xavier Fvel. This, however, was only a precursor to modern Iverik Socialism. While it was very similar, it lacked the concept of Imperialism, as Xavier Fvel proposed that Imperialism is harmful and countries or areas shouldn't be forcefully annexed. While he believed the State should be authoritarian and be able to efficiently get it's task done, he believed the people should have the basic right of free speech and privacy incase the State becomes inefficient and most be overthrown. There has been an ongoing debate over if this can be considered Iverik Socialism and therefore has been proposed before John Krakenour was even born.
John Kraneour has stated and argued that Iverik Socialism is also one of the farthest left-wing system of government to ever be thought of and implemented. Many criticize this by arguing that the ideology is Economically left-wing but Socially right-wing. Many also consider the ideology to be politically Syncretic, or rejecting the conventional Left-Right scale and cannot properly be placed. It has been generally agreed upon that Iverik Socialism is at least not far right-wing.
Philosophy and Freedoms
Totalitarianism
John Krakenour argued that for the State to have control over the economy and to keep control, Totalitarianism was both preferable and even necessary. Under Iverik Socialism, the State can act both secretly and publicly without consequences from the general population. While the general population has no guaranteed rights, the State has supreme authority and cannot be questioned.
It was also argued that if the general population never had freedoms, they will without question follow and serve the State. This will promote economic, political, and social unity, will increases stability, and will make the country a lot harder to overthrow or annex. John Krakenour also argued that without the knowledge of ever having freedom, the general population will never ask for it and will grow accustomed to a lack of freedom in the long-term history of the country, reducing revolutions.
Freedoms
The only country ever to practice Iverik Socialism is the Iverik Empire, hence Iverik Socialism. Within the Iverik Empire, some if the most notable freedoms such as the Freedom of Speech, press, assembly, petition, and arguably religion have been revoked and punished harshly. The freedom to bear arms has not only been effectively outlawed so only police, military, and State officials can have firearms, but the populace have been trained to believe that no citizen has the need for a gun unless they want to kill others or overthrow the government. Privacy, especially when the Iverik Empire entered the digital age, has been nearly non-existent and the State refuses to even recognize the freedom of privacy. Police can search houses, personal devices, vehicles, body-searches, and more without restraint. It should also be noted, that all but one political party are outlawed. The official and mandatory party is the Socialist Federative Party, informally referred to as just The Party.
Perhaps the only liberation that happened due to the Socialist revolution was that of sexual freedoms. Under the Iverik Empire, homosexuality was decriminalized, illegal to discriminate on the basis of sexuality, and same-sex marriage was eventually legalized relatively early. Sexuality in Iverik culture eventually was no longer considered taboo, and sometimes even something to be proud of.
Nationalism
Extremely strong nationalism is an inherent part of the very core of Iverik Socialism. John Krakenour believed that without nationalism nor patriotism the State will fall quickly and easy. He believed a culture where the State interjected and proposed Nationalistic ideals and tendencies whenever it could would be united, secured, loyal, and efficient. John Krakenour argued for several different ways for Nationalism to exist and for it to be vibrant.
Indoctrination of Children
One of the greatest ways to install Nationalistic ideals was through education. A famous quote from John Krakenour "If we secure the children, we secure the country, the party, the State, and the future." Education would be completely nationalized, with private schooling being illegal and treasonous, the State can easily twist classes and educational standards without opposition.
Within schools under Iverik Socialism, children are taught from the youngest age until graduating school how their country is superior to all others, even if the things taught are factually wrong. They're also taught to obey the State, always believe what the Party says, and to always serve your country. Within the Iverik Empire, there literally is a course about how to turn in strangers, freinds, and family members that may be against the State or Party. Children are also taught that the enemies of said nation are theocrats or, most usually, fascists. There is an inherent trait of Atheism in Iverik Socialism and in education the State uses that to label enemies theocrats. If a country is at war, the opposing country or alliance will be labeled as theocrats or theocracy even if it's not true. If a revolution or riot occurs, the leaders who organized said protests will be normally labeled as theocrats. The word "theocrat" is interchanagble with several words that are publicly viewed as bad or unacceptable. This includes "fascist," "anarchist," "corporatist," "right-wing," and more.
Propaganda
Another important function of the State is to provide a variety of Propaganda. Propaganda under more modern Iverik Socialism normally takes form in music, video games, movies, and books. However posters, banners, ads, parades, radio, leaflets, statues, and many more are also used. There is, however no one prices goal of the propaganda. Propaganda can and normally is used for things such as promoting nationalism, promoting the military, state, or party, promoting atheism and anti-theism, justifying actions by the State, informing the public of news, informing the public of current and upcoming laws, and more.
"Corrective" Therapy
One of the more darker functions that the State most uphold under Iverik Socialism is providing a "corrective" service to those that oppose the State or Party. Generally, if someone that has been detained has been decided to be rehabilitated, the State will put them under "Corrective Therapy"." There is no one way to do correct therapy as long as the end result is the patient becoming genuinely loyal. However it normally starts with beatings and shock therapy, not enough to be lethal but still extremely painful. The patient is forcefully pushed into guilt and sadness, their self-identity is relentlessly attacked with things such as their opposition to the State, their religion, their ideals, the country they're fighting for, and even family and friends. They slowly are also taught to turn on themselves, generally being starved and beaten if they don't admit that they are "awful people" or if they refuse to admit their ideals are wrong. Generally this form of self-betrayal starts to make the patient question their own ideals and morals. Eventually, at the patient's breaking point, they begin to be treated kindly. The person in charge of curing the patient may offer something that could be considered a luxury, like rare food or new, clean clothes. The patient begins to be educated on why their ideals are bad, but themselves are not. They will be taught to focus their guilt and hatred not on themselves or the State, but their ideals. The patient finally accepts that their ideals are "false" and "holding them back" and in place the system of Iverik Socialism is introduced to the patient. The patient will then be educated on the State and Party, why both are good, and will be compelled to tell about others that are against the State. After this, they will confess their love for the State and the Party and will finally be considered "cured."
Imperialism
John Krakenour argued greatly on the topic of Imperialism and colonization. He theorized that if multiple countries were constantly competing for power and resources, it will force the State to constantly try to push for militaristic, scientific, and social achievements and in the long run would increase the standard of living for everyone. John Krakenour also believed that without Imperialism the general population will become poor because they lack a large access to land and resources. He believed that if a few superpowers control the world and were in perpetual war that will spread resources out a lot quicker. He also believed that with constant world-wide warfare overpopulation wouldn't be such a problem.
John Krakenour also believed that there should be no alliances, pacts, of unions. This would weed out the weaker nations, and increase the resources to larger Empires. However, he has said that the concept of alliances and pacts should only be forgotten when the entire world has fallen under Iverik Socialism and until then countries that practice Iverik Socialism should work together to survive and to spread the ideology to all other nations.
State Atheism
John Krakenour, also very notable for his anti-theist views, has argued that nearly all atrocities and many problems are due to religion and theism. He believes that another purpose for Iverik Socialism on a spiritualistic level is to completely eradicate religion. While John Krakenour did agree that the State should not forcefully have people convert to atheism, he believed in laying the foundation of future generations with atheism. Under Iverik Socialism, the State's official stance on religion is Pro-Atheist and Anti-Theist,
One aspect is education. Since all forms of education is under State control, it has the right to indoctrinate children and atheism is no exception. It's mandatory within the Iverik Empire to teach only evolutionism and to teach how creationism is false. Another program is known as "Spiritual Reality." Within the program, religion and theism is put into an extremely negative point of few. For example, I children are taught about the crusades, inquisitions, and genocides in the name of religion while teaching them that religion has done nearly no good.
Another way is to silence the point of few. While telling others about your religion isn't illegal, you cannot put up posters or religious symbols outside of your home. This includes clothing with religious symbols. While people may hold prayer sessions in each other's homes, major churches are not allowed. Buildings build exclusively or mainly for the purpose of religious worship are banned.
Anti-Fascism
While several ideologies including Capitalism, Monarchism, Anarchism, Theocracy, Democracy, and more are looked heavily down upon, John Krakenour declared that the ideological opponent to Iverik Socialism is Fascism. Unlike disliking other systems, Anti-Fascism is an inherent core of Iverik Socialism as John Krakenour has even gone as far to say that if a country is pro or even just neutral on Fascism, it cannot be an Iverik Socialist nation.
While the intentions of John Krakenour are clear, he stated that every ideology needs a political opponent to unite the general population such as Communism and Capitalism. John Krakenour picked Fascism as the main political opponent to Iverik Socialism for unclear reasons. Currently the most likely idea is that he claims Iverik Socialism as "Extremely-Left Wing" while Fascism is extremely right wing. It is also likely that there is no purpose besides uniting the general population. It should be noted that John Krakenour has also criticized Fascism greatly for having a biased pro-religion view. Lastly, John Krakenour has commented several times that without a universal opponent for the general population to focus it's hatred on, the citizenry would rebel. He has implied heavily that Anti-Fascism is a tool used to unite the general population and to reduce chances of uprisings.
Xenophobia
Another tenant of Iverik Socialism is Xenophobia in a relatively mild manner. John Krakenour argued that to help unify the general population into one singular culture which would reduce cultural conflict and issues, a form of Xenophobia would have to be promoted through the State and it's power. However this doesn't necessarily take form as the fear of foreigner, but rather superiority and dislike for foreigners. As it has been observed in the Iverik Empire, the citizenry isn't generally afraid of foreigners and foreign culture, but instead consider foreign culture inferior and harmful to their own nation.
However, it can also be observed that the citizenry is afraid of foreigners and culture. John Krakenour has stated that the State must promote a sense of insecurity, fear, and maliciousness towards foreign culture. He argued that the general population must truly fear the negatives of foreign culture in order to unify the nation's singular culture and to secure it's long term survival. This could be noted with the Iverik Empire's ultra-strict border policy, in practice allowing a very few individuals in. While John Krakenour never mentioned that Iverik Socialism has an inherent border policy, he has stated that some form of Xenophobia is an inherent trait in Iverik Socialism and with that in mind, a more anti-immigration border policy best compliments Iverik Socialism.
Economic System
Under Iverik Socialism, the most basic description of the economic policy is where the State owns literally everything. The means of production, Products, Land, Resources, even People are on a legal level property of the State. The economic system within Iverik Socialism is planned, closed off system controlled entirely by the State and only the State. John Krakenour argued that if the general population controlled or even had an effect on the economy, the option of revolution would become much more viable. John Krakenour also argued against corporations and business directing the economy is inherently against the core of Iverik Socialism, and allowing other parties to direct will have further complications.
State Job Determination
One feature the makes Iverik Socialism stand out from other variants of Socialism is that the State determines everyone's job. Using the education system, the State determines what everyone's most practical and productive jobs would be. The State then assigns everyone (When they complete Basic or Advanced Education) a job that can range from a farmer to surgeon.
It had been argued that forcing everyone to a select job would ultimately reduce productivity. John Krakenour counter-argued that with indoctrination and through nationalism, everyone would be happy enough with their job. The education system and culture stress serving the State anyway you can, hence doing any job would make said worker happy. Also, the threat of force and the detainment of those that refuse their jobs or don't work hard enough enhance productivity. Combining this with the ultra-heavy industrialization would keep productivity high.
"From One's Work to One's Needs"
Under Iverik Socialism, the State has the inherent responsibility to provide all necessities to it's people. This includes food, water, shelter, clothes, transportation, entertainment, and more. This is also one of the most defining characteristics about Iverik Socialism.
This system has been named by John Krakenour himself as "From One's Work to One's Needs" and is considered an official economic policy on resource distribution. Under 'From One's Work to One's Needs' the tax rate is technically 100%. Everything every worker produces is handed over to the State, and in return the states gives back the worker enough for them to live off of for a few days. For example, a worker produces 5 apples and 25$. The State takes all the five apples and the 25$ and gives 1 apple and 5$ back to the worker. The variable can also change, from foodstuffs to water to clothes to theoretically anything else. John Krakenour argued that this way everyone has enough to live off of, while keeping mostly everyone poor enough that they don't have the resources or even think of revolution against the State.
Another question appears from this scenario, and it's what is the purpose of currency. John Krakenour stated that while even one gets necessities, the currency provides an illusion. Each citizen can buy "luxury" goods that are made from the state. This gives an illusion to the general population that they have buying rights and do get payed fairly, which in turn increase productivity, happiness, and reduces chances of uprisings or worker strikes.
Worker's Rights
Despite what is said by the State, Iverik Socialism actually doesn't favor worker's rights nor employer rights. The goal of Iverik Socialism in this aspect is too ensure that the State receives all working powers and rights. The working class work to serve the State, not vice versa. This means certain rights like the right to certain safety and health standards, the right to strike, and other freedoms are not guaranteed and in the case of Worker Strikes, are a criminal offense.
Another aspect of this is pay. While the State does pay everyone, it has no minimum wage. The "minimum wage" is a certain form can be considered how much necessary resources (Water and Foodstuffs) are payed out to each individual. However, minimum wage in a more conventional context such as pay in currency is not a fixed guarantee.
Extreme Industrialization
Possibly one of the most defining traits of Iverik Socialism is extreme industrialization and urbanization. John Krakenour stated that for a nation to be economically and militarily considered a superpower, it must be industrialized. He has argued that industrialization will strengthen the core economy of a nation, make it's militarily stronger, it will raise the living conditions of the populace, and will create an abundance of resources for the State to use and control. John Krakenour argued that to complement industrialization, urbanization must be both encouraged and sometimes forced by the State. It's argued that for the populace to work close to their jobs, be efficient, and timely the population must live in urbanized environments. This also has the possible benefit of making the population easier to control.
