I would like to see every state pass a similar resolution asap.  The next step is for states to join together to formulate plans to secede from the union that will be implemented unless the feds retreat and agree to be bound by the terms of the constitution.  We should be working to sell that notion in our state and others.  I believe it is the only path out of the mess we are in.

David Jahn

David,

The secession thing was tried once, all it accomplished was the death of 1 million + Americans and a more powerful federal government. Since you do not believe in the initiation of force how would you secede when the federal government says you can not and continues operations as usual. Fighting occurred in the War between the states when South Carolina wanted to take custody of federal property with in it's boarders.

If you do not stop paying taxes nor take custody of federal property, then secession is nothing more than a word. A quicker way to impede the expansion of the Government is if we all just stopped paying federal taxes. Of course we are all a little too fearful for that.

So what is the goal of the 10th amendment  resolution or articles of secession?

Samantha

Has anyone on here signed up for the Free State Project or gone to a "Porc Fest"?  I really thought that was going to take off, but I heard too many ppl felt if was too cold.

I'm sure you guys know I'm a Republican but with many libertarian values, someone who values Milton Friedman's work immensely and is big on personal responsibility, limited government, lower taxes, et. al.  I agree that states and local communities need to be able to have more control and less control must be given to the federal government.  I'm opposed to REAL ID as well.  I'm a huge fan of school vouchers and tax credits, I think that will be the best thing for children trapped in horrible school to be able to escape and the increase in competition will help the school system become more effecient.  Various learning styles can be adopted, etc.  Though I do believe there has to be some form of standards for the school systems, blackmailing states is not the way to achieve this.  Additionally, Teachers Unions and Administrators are usually roadblocks on the way to true reform.  Simply throwing the money at the problem is not going to fix things.  Highway Funds are another problem.  There is no reason for a 21 age drinking limit to be based on states not being given federal highway funds.  I know we've all heard the drinking age argument, but I do believe it should be dropped to age 18.  Voting, employment, military service, heck, even adult criminal charges are all attained at 18, it needs to become uniform and we really need to recognzie them fully as adults.  I'm not an advocate of the free state project, but I've heard of it.  Community activism and intellectual discussions of ideas are the best way to achieve real results across many communities, depriving vast amounts of areas of such intellectual discussions and political insight in order to consolidate into one concentrated place is not a good idea.  From my discussions with you all, I must say that this is on display here in PA's Libertarian Party.  While I do not agree with all of the stances of the official Party, the one thing I greatly appreciate and admire from everyone is their courtesy, open mindedness, and willingness to discuss difficult topics using statistics, facts, and personal experiences in a highly evolved manner.  I've always had interest in the LP and I'm glad that you all have taken the time to talk with me and tackle some important issues.  Believe me, I have a great deal of respect for all of you and the LP in general and our common belief in personal liberty, freedom, limited government, etc, in this efforts you will have my full support.