There is definitely a wealth transfer dynamic from blue states to red states, but keep in mind that wealth isn't the only thing needed to keep a country running

There is definitely a wealth transfer dynamic from blue states to red states, but keep in mind that wealth isn't the only thing needed to keep a country running and some states help in other ways. Red states, for example, send a disproportionately high number of recruits into the military.[1] [1] http://www.ijreview.com/2014/07/158892-military-pride-states-boast-highest-enlistment-rates-america/ http://www.ijreview.com/2014/07/158892-military-pride-states...