[jjsheridan5]

That is why it is stupid to frame this as a military confrontation. There are benefits to both sides.

Their underlying beliefs are centered around hatred and revenge. They are not looking for benefits. They want to destroy and humiliate. You are looking at this like a rational person, and are making the mistake in assuming that they are, as well. They believe that America (especially white America) is evil. They would never tolerate any kind of split. This is why you can never win an argument with a leftist. They don't care about economic theories, or any kind of principled discussion. Their passion lies in scathing contempt for those that believe in the ideals of this country.

[hopespringseternal]

They believe that America (especially white America) is evil. They would never tolerate any kind of split.

That is a non-sequitur. Some want to subjugate the evil racist whites, but they aren't in the majority.

Above all else they worship power. Getting rid of a diehard red state removes an obstacle in their path.