In the November 2024 election, voters in 11 Illinois counties considered secession due to feelings of underrepresentation. This reflects a broader national sentiment among rural voters.
Chicagoland receives only 80 cents for every dollar of tax paid, while downstate gets back $1.40 to $2, highlighting the financial disparities in Illinois and similar trends in other states.
The idea of states breaking away may appeal to some frustrated with the federal government, but such a division could harm national safety, prosperity, and happiness.
An analysis of states' economies and resources shows that some might struggle to survive independently, exposing the complexities of the movement towards secession.
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