One of the most pervasive elements of any society is that of economics, as in order for individuals to specialize in a craft, they must be certain their basic needs can be met through exclusive dedication to their specialty. Economics was a fundamental driving force behind the rise of philosophical thought, as it allowed for certain members of society to deviate away from agricultural practices. Therefore, it is not unreasonable to assume that it is in the best interest of the citizens of DC to ensure a fair and functional economy. 

The Problem:

To those who have taken at least a five-minute glance at the socioeconomic state of DC, it is clearly evident that several issues need addressing. From Reserve Governor Stoppers suggesting printing $50,000,000 (a proposal he proceeded to backtrack from by suggesting only printing $25,000,000, an amount that would have a devastating impact on the economy) in order to “piss off Congress” (as has been seen in his joint Federal Reserve Bank hearing with Congress) to the rapid privatization of the job market, there are many problematic factors involved. Consider the state of the job market: there is no practical way for an individual to make money in an entry-level job controlled by the government. 

If the privatized market were stable, this might not be so bad, but there is clearly a need for more employers, as in the past two weeks, there has been a 55% decrease in jobs posted to the employment board from the preceding 2-week period. Without any entry-level, non-contracted employment outside private corporations, there will eventually be an employment crisis followed by a potential crash of the entire economy. 

The Solution:

There is one method of regulation that has the possibility of saving Redmont. This is through a program similar to the New Deal implemented in the USA in 1933. This would entail the President using executive authority to provide employment to many (particularly new) individuals in DC, which is especially important at a time when there are critical staffing shortages throughout the government. This can be done through the creation of additional executive branch jobs. Such jobs could include crude labor, materials transportation, and, after some minor education, igniting the DC aviation industry. An interesting consequence of this is the possibility of allowing private companies to purchase government labor for lower prices, which could further increase the industrial capabilities of DC.

Critics of such a deal may point to the fact that the New Deal in the USA was the cause for noteworthy inflation in following years. This is a valid concern, however the societal and cultural success of the New Deal cannot be understated, as it lifted the USA out of the Great Depression and allowed for sweeping reform to workers rights. Although it is entirely possible that such an economic policy could contribute to inflation in DC, it must be noted that it will also come with societal and cultural reform, potentially lowering barriers to the access of other goods and services. It must be understood that cultural reform on the societal level does not come at no price.

Importantly, this could also allow for less economic disparity and a more conservative economy that would be more resistant to the inflation that is currently occurring throughout DC. By embracing this option, it will be possible to lead DC to a brighter socioeconomic future.