I posted this in another forum-
If the FG were smart they would allow red states to form their own country. I'm more than convinced, something beneficial for all concerned can be worked out; "IF" the focus is placed on the right things.
For Instance:
We can focus on a peaceful citizen exchange where the new
"Conservative States of America" can get all the "conservative" minded people that currently live in the more socialist areas of the country; and we can give them all the people that voted for Obama.
Obama gets his socialist nation where he can stay in power; and we get to keep a FREE
"Constitutional" republic! Those that want the government to care for their every need will get their wish; and People who desire to be more "self-dependent" will be able to do so freely.
(Not to mention, a simple "citizen" exchange would do wonders for cities that have lost their workforce and have bad housing situations.)
It would give a much needed boost the the US economy by instantly decreasing the dependence of the VERY expensive entitlement programs.
(It would absolutely save Social Security by taking MILLIONS off the rolls!)
By allowing the formation of the
"Conservative States of America", it would give the USA additional import/export dollars and give them a strong & effective ally in this part of the world; while decreasing the military spending the administration wants to cut anyway. Selling military bases and government owned lands to the newly formed
"Conservative States of America", would give the USA additional needed revenue to boost the economy.
There truly would be a lot of Win-Win for everyone concerned if they would take this seriously; and allow the "Red" states to "peacefully" secede.
(If done right Obama would be considered a genius and would surely be inducted as the USA's POTUS Emeritus.) 
It's really a win-win for everyone!
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