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To: Father Terrence who wrote (9871)6/14/2001 3:43:12 PM
From: Neocon  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 59480
 
"WE the people" established the United States, it was not a compact among the states. Since the right of self- government is through election, it depends on the relevant electorate. If the relevant electorate is national, than only a national referendum or determination of the Congress could certify a secession........



To: Father Terrence who wrote (9871)6/15/2001 8:50:32 AM
From: Tom Clarke  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 59480
 
No one questioned the right to secede when the New England states met in Hartford in the 1830's to consider the idea.

It was perceived to be a self evident right.


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