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Its symbolic of not playing well with others and being bigoted against their view of the rest of the country. See: Texas

Seriously, it may be all in fun, but it paints a sad message about the perceptions of people who participate.



I think its just one way to vent frustration in the face of powerlessness. Like a protest against State's powerlessness. So Texas secessionists may talk and hold rallies but they don't (IMO, living in Austin, Texas) seriously consider leaving.




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