The idea is about local government for local people. I personally believe this to be crucial. This was a large topic of concern for even the founding fathers.

The idea is about local government for local people. I personally believe this to be crucial. This was a large topic of concern for even the founding fathers. Problem is Washing DC for Americans is this ominous den of bureaucratic all pretending to be too busy to address your or my concerns. The same vibe is put out by the California state government. And not enough authority rests at the local city levels for people to give a damn about who they elect. If the silicone valley was its own state, we'd have legalized gay marriage and weed. It be easier to get through to our state government about taxes and traffic and whatever else. I think smaller nations have the benefit of governments which more accurately represent the sentiments of its citizens. Besides, if its just lines on a map (and the number of stars on the flag), then why not do it. People are too easily put off by ideas that are made to "sound" extreme.