It has been tried, it cost much--immeasureably more than can be stated--and did little good save to end an institution which was failing of its own accord. The evils it imposed may be far greater.
Instead, reinstate the Republic.My ancestors fought for the Confederacy, and I cannot condone the idea of secession except as a final resort.
We have always had those present who do not agree with our way of life, our belief in individual rights invites their presence, our prosperity ensures it, our security guarantees it.
A majority of the population is against the current socialist leanings of our own government. Stop that, stop the handouts, and how many would want to keep the fruit of their labors? How many would want the freedom to decide how they spend their earnings and not have that imposed upon them?
While it remains possible, we need to peacefully remove as many Socialists from power and turn this around, not tear it down.
If it becomes no longer possible, then, and only then should other options receive serious consideration.