[DiogenesLamp]

Well, other than the fact that they were in rebellion against the duly constituted government, and were trying to rip away nearly half of the republic's territory, and had raised a substantial army to attack the legitimate government.

For a guy that can't get more than the word "slavery" out of the Declaration of Independence, I do not see any point in once more directing your attention to the primary purpose of that document. I fear a higher level of understanding is simply beyond you.

[EternalVigilance]

Your constant personal attacks throughout this thread are juvenile. You think they somehow buttress your case, but really they just make you look silly.