Overview
The New England states are often focused on true safety and authenticity, even while much of the remaining areas of the United States celebrate the stereotypical ideology of capitalism and stunted right-wing politics. However, each of the six (6) New England states can also maintain quite distinct cultural traits even compared to each other, so the general beliefs shall be separated as such:
New England At-Large
- Arts and crafts are civic institutions that are necessary for a functioning society.
- Society cannot be created individually, but collectively.
- People should identify with communities at the city, town, or plantation level first—not necessarily with the largest city in the region.
Northern New England
- Nature is a precious resource and must be protected to the greatest extent possible.
- Excessive infrastructure is unnatural and a burden on the true environmental surroundings.
Southern New England
- History is a civic duty and must be carefully documented to preserve the common good.
- Residents should embrace the special and unique characteristics of their respective cities and towns.
Maine
- Hikers should not be pressured nor coerced into more difficulty than functionally allowed.
- Parklands and forest areas shall be protected to preserve the natural landscape*
- Unfortunately, in the Aroostook Valley in particular, that value cannot withstand the realities of the Canadian industries of logging and timber.
New Hampshire
- Erosions are a natural feature of the planet, so memories shall be preserved beyond such events (especially at the Old Man of the Mountain).
- The extreme weather at the top of Mount Washington shall be treated as an asset, not as a liability.
Vermont
- Maple should be treated as a civic duty for every Vermonter.
- People should embrace the natural beauty at every corner within the State.
- Residents of Grand Isle County should be proud of living inside Lake Champlain.
- Though not everyone in Vermont can or wants to ski, people should give common courtesy and caution when interacting with skiers and resort staff.
- Every resident should have an equal voice to one another, regardless of race, sex, gender, identity, sexuality, disability, previous condition, faith, religion, or any other dimension of diversity.
Massachusetts
- Locals and visitors alike should receive common courtesy regardless of the specific city or town.
- People should use their best judgment while not assuming features that do not exist.
- Connection, trust, and respect should be top priorities—never stereotypes nor tradition.
Rhode Island
- Residents should be warned about climate risks when approaching coastal and island areas.
Connecticut
- Plurality is not a weakness but a strength, regardless of any external pressures that may indicate otherwise.
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