That's almost a clever tactic. Almost.
Please be specific concerning 'philosophies'.
Neither of you give a damn about the rule of law, you just want what you want.
Exactly what are the folks in SF doing to break the law? They voted on a non-binding measure to ban military recruiters from public high schools. (Once again, please be specific.)
In addition, list what law I've broken and what law, specifically, was broken by the South.
FWIW, I wouldn't give a damn if SF fell off into the Bay with no survivors. Furthermore, I don't believe they deserve military protection.
But, I think that if SF and all of California wanted to leave the union and go it on their own, they should be allowed to do so. Otherwise, they're simply hostages.
Before I start, let me ask; Do you really want to go there.
The parallels to the asshats who run California now and the asshats who ran South Carolina 160 years ago are eerily similar.
If you really want this discussion, let me know, but you will not like the outcome.