[0.E.O]

Whatever the case, I think we can both agree that secession would not have been seen as a viable option if the Southern states felt that the Central Government was responsive to their concerns.

How was it not?

[man_in_tx]

If you do not know, read some history.

Whether or not you agree with the South’s complaints. They had complaints.

Unless you suggest that they decided on Secession because they were bored and had nothing better to do?