In March, Wikinews reporter Joseph Ford held an exclusive interview with Kevin Baugh, president of the Republic of Molossia, a micronation located near Dayton, Nevada. Due to the interest the article gained, both online and off, a follow-up interview was held this week. 
Molossia's capital city, Espera, is situated on little over an acre of land in Western Nevada, within driving distance of Reno. Another territory, Desert Homestead Province, is located in Southern California. Unlike most of today's micronations, Molossia allows visitors and has its own economy. It also has its own time zone and holidays as well as a few tourist attractions.
When asked about the culture of his country Baugh replied, "Molossian culture is a mix of several sources. Above all, we value the lifestyle of the western U.S., especially as it pertains to living in a wide-open place such as we do. Life here is fairly relaxed and easygoing."
He also said that Molossia and the United States "generally ignore each other" and that there haven't been "any altercations" between the two, despite claiming each other's land. He went on to tell us much more about his tiny nation, which can be read in the interview below.
((Wikinews (Joseph Ford))) Where is Molossia located?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) How large is Molossia?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Tell us about your country's history.
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Does Molossia have its own flag, currency or national anthem?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) What is the official language of Molossia?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) What is the governmental structure of Molossia?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Does Molossia have its own military?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) The Molossian Navy has their own academy, which is open for all to join online. Tell us about that.
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Tell us about the Molossian culture.
((WN (Joseph Ford))) How are Molossia's relations with other micronations?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) The land claimed by Molossia is also claimed by the United States. How are relations between your country and the U.S.? Have there been any altercations? Or do you generally leave each other alone?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Besides the League of Small Nations, a nearly defunct association devoted to the prosperity of all land-claiming micronations, does Molossia belong to any international organizations?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Can one become a citizen of Molossia? Is honorary citizenship granted?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Are Molossians dual U.S. citizens? Do you pay U.S. taxes?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Molossia has its own systems of measurement and dates. Tell us about them.
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Molossia also has its own time zone. Tell us about it.
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Can people visit Molossia?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Are there any tourist attractions in Molossia? What can a visitor see and do while in your nation?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Are you planning on expanding Molossia's borders in the near future?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) Molossia is one of the world's most serious and well known micronations. In under ten years, it has gained the attention of the media and respect of thousands. Where do you see your country in another ten years?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) What are your duties as president? What is it like to run your own country?
((WN (Joseph Ford))) There are thousands reading this right now. Is there anything else you would like us to know about your nation?

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Wikinews holds a follow-up interview with Kevin Baugh, president of the Republic of Molossia