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Escape Plan: 10 Havens to Consider if America Crumbles

Using ChatGPT4 with the direction to be my unbiased research analyst I edited this report of the 10 best places to move to anywhere in the globe should America’s empire collapse. The prompts were directed to analyze specific states and specific cities as well as countries that may be considered and were to be identified) based upon the following criteria being important. 1) strong rule of law for business dealings 2) low corruption 3) temperate climate and beautiful year-round lifestyle 4) cost of living 5) growing small business environment 6) crypto and bitcoin friendly 7) fair taxes 8) lowest government surveillance 9)best pro-personal freedom legislation. 10) low or fair tax policy and incentives for entrepreneurs 11) democratic constitution The report below are the outcomes (one focused on individuals or couples without children and the other section is reworked adding in an additional criteria of places that also have world class classical education focused on humanities, creativity, philosophy, and ethics. Enjoy.

FOR ENTREPRENEURS AND COUPLES WITHOUT CHILDREN

Based on the aforementioned given criteria, here are the 10 best places to move to for individuals and entrepreneurs seeking a combination of strong rule of law, low corruption, a beautiful and temperate climate, cost-effective living, a thriving small business environment, crypto-friendliness, fair taxes, low government surveillance, pro-personal freedom legislation, and a democratic constitution:

  1. Wellington, New Zealand: Known for its strong rule of law, low corruption, and beautiful natural surroundings, New Zealand offers a great business environment, particularly in the capital city, Wellington. The government is supportive of small businesses and has a growing interest in cryptocurrencies. New Zealand also has a fair tax system and a democratic constitution.

  2. Zurich, Switzerland: Zurich offers a stable economy, low corruption, and a business-friendly environment. Switzerland is known for its beautiful landscapes, strong privacy laws, and crypto-friendly regulations. The tax system can be attractive for businesses, especially in certain cantons.

  3. Copenhagen, Denmark: Denmark is renowned for its low corruption, strong rule of law, and beautiful scenery. Copenhagen, the capital, has a thriving small business environment and has increasingly embraced cryptocurrencies. Denmark has a fair tax system and a democratic constitution.

  4. Vienna, Austria: Vienna is known for its rich cultural history, low corruption, and beautiful landscapes. The city supports a growing small business environment and has a democratic constitution. Austria has a fair tax system and has been gradually adopting a more crypto-friendly stance.

  5. Reykjavik, Iceland: Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, offers a beautiful environment with a strong rule of law and low corruption. Iceland's democratic constitution, fair tax system, and focus on renewable energy make it attractive for entrepreneurs. The country is increasingly adopting a crypto-friendly approach.

  6. Tallinn, Estonia: Estonia is well-known for its digital-first approach and strong rule of law. Tallinn, the capital, boasts a thriving tech scene and a growing interest in cryptocurrencies. The country has a fair tax system, low corruption, and a democratic constitution.

  7. Ljubljana, Slovenia: This picturesque city in Slovenia offers a temperate climate and a beautiful lifestyle. The country has a strong rule of law, low corruption, and a democratic constitution. Slovenia has a growing small business environment and is increasingly becoming crypto-friendly.

  8. Vilnius, Lithuania: Lithuania is known for its strong rule of law, low corruption, and beautiful landscapes. Vilnius, the capital, has a growing small business environment, and the country is increasingly embracing cryptocurrencies. Lithuania has a democratic constitution and a fair tax system.

  9. Perth, Australia: Perth has a strong rule of law, low corruption, and a beautiful climate. The city is known for its thriving small business environment and increasing interest in cryptocurrencies. Australia has a fair tax system, a democratic constitution, and a strong emphasis on personal freedom.

  10. Stockholm, Sweden: Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, is known for its strong rule of law, low corruption, and beautiful landscapes. The city has a thriving small business environment and a growing interest in cryptocurrencies. Sweden has a democratic constitution and a fair tax system.

NOTE TO READER: Please note that these rankings are subjective, and individual experiences may vary. It is always recommended to visit and research each location thoroughly before making any decisions. For instance I spent a summer in 2018 living in Tallinn, Estonia and its an absolutely delightful country and incredible city and very affordable and digitally progressive. However, I personally couldn’t live their 8.5 months of the year since it is very cold and the sun is only up in the fall from 930am-til 330pm. However, Summers are fantastic (sun basically barely goes down and the weather is pleasant and a mix of cool and warm from late May until early September.

FOR FAMILIES WITH SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

Taking into consideration the additional criteria of the best classical education systems that focus on teaching students to think, be empathetic, and creative, the list of the 10 best places to move to is slightly adjusted:

  1. Wellington, New Zealand: Wellington still ranks at the top and offers a strong rule of law, low corruption, and beautiful natural surroundings. New Zealand's education system is highly regarded and focuses on developing well-rounded individuals. Private schools in the country offer classical education options.

  2. Zurich, Switzerland: Zurich's education system is known for its quality and focus on critical thinking. The city offers a range of private schools that emphasize classical education, in addition to strong rule of law, low corruption, and a business-friendly environment.

  3. Copenhagen, Denmark: Denmark is known for its progressive and high-quality education system. Copenhagen offers both public and private schools that emphasize critical thinking and empathy, while also meeting the other criteria mentioned previously.

  4. Vienna, Austria: Vienna's education system is highly regarded and offers a variety of classical education options in both public and private schools. The city also meets the other criteria listed.

  5. Reykjavik, Iceland: Reykjavik has a strong emphasis on education, with numerous classical education options available. The city offers a beautiful environment, strong rule of law, and low corruption.

  6. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Amsterdam's education system is known for its quality and makes it a new entrant to this list, and the city offers a variety of classical education options. The Netherlands has a strong rule of law, low corruption, and a growing interest in cryptocurrencies. Amsterdam also boasts a thriving small business environment.

  7. Helsinki, Finland: Finland's education system is considered one of the best globally adding it to the list of top 10, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, empathy, and creativity. Helsinki meets the other criteria as well, including a strong rule of law, low corruption, and a thriving small business environment.

  8. Ljubljana, Slovenia: Slovenia's education system is known for its quality, and Ljubljana offers a range of classical education options. The city also meets the other criteria listed.

  9. Perth, Australia: Perth's education system offers classical education options in both public and private schools. The city continues to meet the other criteria, including a strong rule of law, low corruption, and a beautiful climate.

  10. Stockholm, Sweden: Stockholm's education system offers classical education options in both public and private schools. The city continues to meet the other criteria, including a strong rule of law, low corruption, and beautiful landscapes.