Did NOT see this coming. Every piece of news makes me more inclined to say “secession”.
Mia, I thought you were great :D
Secede to where? How? Do you honestly believe you can fund a Federal form of government from the ground up? What do you do when this Federal government forcibly takes back their territory with Federal troops and they will. Do you kill other Americans? How do do you keep out undesirables? A fence? How do you provide for current retirees and their healthcare? Remember that when you secede, any and all Federal money flowing to your area stops immediately. No. Secession is not the answer. The answer is for every state to declare themselves a wholly constituted Republic and slowly over time sever dealings with the Federal government while at the same time setting up the infrastructure you need. May I suggest a modest 2% per year? In 50 years, without overly aggravating, burdening, and marginalizing your population, you can move toward the militarily and economically secure state you desire.