The Lockup
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Imagine it.
The year is 3642 AD.
There are more orphans than ever before in the City, but none on the streets. Most reside in the abusive Workhouses.
Known crime? None. All the rebels are stuck in the filthy Lockup where you're lucky to have your cell cleaned once a month. Did I mention that there is only a bucket to do your business in? The prisoners are treated like dogs.
The people are treated like dogs.
We are the City...
Now imagine it.
The year is 3668 AD.
There is a huge city where everyone is equal. Everyone is free. Shocker, right?
Sure, there are the few exceptions of those who had to be sent away from the community. But there was not a chance of everyone being perfect.
There are fewer orphans than there ever were in the City. None are on the streets. Most reside at home with their parents.
Known crime? All crime is known, but there is little to none.
We are the City of Freedom.
How did we get from suffering to freedom?
I guess you'll have to find out.
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