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In reply to the discussion: Texas Republican Wants State To Leave U.S. Over Obama Win [View all]democrattotheend
(11,607 posts)26. Go ahead...I am all for it
I would not complain about having 32 fewer Republican electoral votes and getting rid of the Texas Congressional delegation. Granted, I think Texas will become a swing state in ten years, but in the meantime, I would be happy to be rid of them.
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After Puerto Rico becomes a state, we wouldn't even have to change the flag!!
thelordofhell
Nov 2012
#9
Not a bad idea. That might just be the final push I need to leave Texas and move to Vermont.
DJWBlue
Nov 2012
#13
Gee, hasn't this been tried once before with disastrous consequences? Not happening. nt.
OldDem2012
Nov 2012
#27
If that is the case, we are going to SELL Texas back to Mexico...nt
and-justice-for-all
Nov 2012
#36