NO SIR! And if you knew anything about the framing of the United States Constitution, you would know that the Federalists didn't win that argument. The 10th Amendment specifically limited the powers of the Federal government. You know ... enumerated powers? Limited Central Government? The States were independent entities and by concensus and ratification joined the Union of States forming the United States. The right of seccession was considered an inherent God - given right. Look at the constitution of the State of Virginia.