The United States of Gaga

If Lady Gaga was embodied as a state, it might be a closer form of the nations the "american dream" shoots for. Gaga is known for her outspoken nature, flaunting of individuality, acceptance for all (including the slimmest minorities) and vast amount of passion and love. If a state were to hold these qualities, I believe it would put the citizens at the true forefront of government, with the true purpose of government being to improve the daily lives of the citizens.

Presently, the United States (as well as other nations) neglect to speak out on various atrocities in the world simply because of economic or other diplomatic concerns. For instance, the United States refused to stop known genocide in Turkey in order to preserve the U.S.'s neutrality in World War I. However, the United States of Gaga would let it be known that the state will not stand for an atrocity such as genocide and would not be afraid to act upon such a claim. The United States of Gaga wouldn't worry if it was with other nations in the effort or standing alone, it would "stick to it's guns" and live the dogma it preaches. The citizens within the state would see to it that they could be whoever they wished, filling a role they were suited for and choose to fill. This wouldn't be simply a social improvement but an economic one as well. Individuals would be more comfortable with themselves, appreciative of others, and ultimately happier because of the lack of stress in society. The greatest influence of all Gaga values would be her love and passion. Every song she has ever written deals with a form of love, whether it be an infatuation or a truly meaningful bond. The spread of love would result in a rise in social capital. The increase in bonds and the bolstering of the strength of these bonds would lead to a more productive nation, with more secure borders. Citizens would feel a greater sense of pride than ever experienced and thus remain rallied around the flag.

The United States of Gaga is something modern democracies might want to emulate. After all the persona that is Gaga is simply the values democratic nations attempt to project; a voice for the minority, acceptance, connected citizens, and defense of democracy.