Regional state

Alright kiddo, so do you remember how we live in a big country called the United States of America? Well, that country is divided into different sections called states.

Now, imagine we zoom in on one of those states, let's say California. California is a big state with a lot of people and different cities, right? But even within California, there are smaller regions, like the Bay Area or Southern California.

These regions are called regional states because they have their own unique characteristics and needs that are different from other parts of the state. So, they have their own leaders and government officials who make decisions for their region.

Think of it like having different groups of friends at school. You might have your best friend group, but there are also other kids you hang out with who are part of different groups. Each group might have their own games or activities they like to do, and they might need different things to be happy.

Similarly, regional states have their own resources, industries, and cultures that shape their identity. They work together with other regions within their state, but they also have some independence to make choices that they think will benefit their area the most.