Scenarios about 'southwest economy'
The economic systems, industries, and financial development of the southwestern United States, including states like Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and parts of California. This regional economy has historically been characterized by industries such as ranching, mining, oil and gas extraction, agriculture, and more recently tourism, technology, and aerospace. Understanding the southwest economy provides insight into how geographical factors, natural resources, and cultural influences shape regional development in alternate history scenarios.
What If Oklahoma Diversified Beyond Oil and Gas Earlier?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Oklahoma implemented economic diversification strategies in the 1970s, potentially transforming the state's economy, education system, and political landscape decades before the oil and gas volatility of the 21st century.