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Free California: is independence the answer?
(Robert Nanninga, Earth Times, April 2003)
That's it! I've had it. I am officially over the American Dream. No longer will I pretend the intent of the founding fathers is still alive in the government, known officially around the world as the United States of America. . . . The Bush Regime, having begun an imperialist war of preemption and the long occupation of a sovereign nation, has forever weakened the fabric that holds together the federation. . . . Hawaii, New England, Alaska, Vermont, and Texas all have active secessionist movements . . . I would like to officially add California to that list. . . . Considering an overwhelming majority of Californians did not vote for George W. Bush in 2000, as the fifth largest economy in the world it is time we considered secession. . . . California could easily sustain itself. A large area, encompassing diverse cultures � some dating before the western � there is enough biodiversity remaining to ensure continued well-being, albeit at a much slower pace. Here in Southern California we have enough sunshine to power this new nation, with an ample surplus to trade with our northern neighbors in Cascadia. Tourism, biotech, and entertainment are industries that would flourish away from federal restraint and manipulation. . . . The strongest argument for California secession is environmental protections. California is grossly over populated due to failed federal policy designed to promote cheap labor and maximum profit. Population is California's Achilles heel, and water is the poisoned arrow that will bring us down if we do not take control of our destiny. . . . Best of all, there will be no need for violence. As proven by the Bush Doctrine, nations can be bought. And once a precedent has been established, nothing should prevent California from buying our independence. After the war Uncle Bushie will be strapped for cash, so we should be prepared with a generous divorce settlement.

posted by Lorenzo 8:31 AM