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In reply to the discussion: OH, HELL TO THE FUCKING NO!!!! [View all]pwb
(11,292 posts)90. Trump didn't win California and the state legislature is solid democratic so UHUH not likely.
Article 4 of the constitution is quit clear on this topic. But you are entitled to feel worried, me I think it's never gonna happen. Californians are smart and won't be divided by this rich asshole behind this stupid move. Peace.
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My understanding is that it has little chance (one would hope): Californians? what say you?
hlthe2b
Jun 2018
#1
Hang around. We need as many sane voices as possible to counter those who would divide us
hlthe2b
Jun 2018
#36
Well, I hope you come back Yuiyoshida and I agree about the danger of this initiative.
jalan48
Jun 2018
#15
IT would take CONGRESS to approve of this breakup and you know its a REpublican wet dream
yuiyoshida
Jun 2018
#26
Tim Draper is a greedy gazillionaire who wants to turn our state into Kansas.
SunSeeker
Jun 2018
#114
Californians should vote against this -- then vote to DEPORT Tim Draper (from the state). n/t
CousinIT
Jun 2018
#22
This San Franciscan will actively work to send these conniving scam republicans down in flames.
NBachers
Jun 2018
#30
Every state could divide. Republican states would divide like rabbits to gain Senators
bucolic_frolic
Jun 2018
#43
Even if it passes it would still have to be approved by the California legislature?
pwb
Jun 2018
#61
Trump didn't win California and the state legislature is solid democratic so UHUH not likely.
pwb
Jun 2018
#90
Is it constitutional? West Virginia separated from Virginia, but that was to remain part of the
Nitram
Jun 2018
#49