The argument about oppressive government only works IF you believe the government they are casting off is "oppressive". A considerable number (probably still the majority) dont believe that. Even if you think that Westminster is no longer representing the best interests of Scotland (a reasonable argument that many in parts of England could relate to) the Yes campaign plans tighter links with the EU. So basically, they are fighting for an independence from London that they will then give away to Brussels. Makes no sense to me, unless the prime emotional motivation of the independence camp is watching "Braveheart" too much.
That could/and likely will happen. But it’s their right as humans to make that choice. What gets me is that anyone here in Obama’s America could be against the idea of people fighting for what they believe.
Because before long, WE are going to be faced with Balkinization and such choices ourselves thanks to the 50/50 split here.