I live in western NY. If NYC was ever made into its own entity like DC is, there’s a real possibility that the rest of the state might vote republican. The cities are democratic strongholds, but much of the suburbs and rural areas are red.

And there’s no chance Cali splits, politically it would be a blow to democrats.

This post was edited by ofthevoid on Jul 18 2018 10:44pm

52 states? Sure, once D.C. and Puerto Rico are granted admission to the Union. Democrats will eventually go for this power grab once they get the chance. They'll gladly use the nuclear option if they have to.

4 more Senators, 6 more House representatives (1 for DC, 5 for PR), and ~10 more electoral college votes (3 for DC, 7 for PR). Talk about a power swing. Wouldn't put it past the Democrats to also stack the SCOTUS someday in retaliation to the Garland snub, either. Nothing in the Constitution prevents them from going above 9. The backlash to Trump is going to happen eventually, and it's going to be ugly.

As far as California splitting into the 3 states, it would be roughly the same amount of electoral votes since it's based on population and each new state would be above the minimum threshold of 3. Would likely result in a net gain of EC's for Republicans since NorCal would probably go red but a net gain of 2 or more Senators for Democrats, which is probably more valuable. House would probably stay the same.

52 States as in California splitting into three States.

If we could just sink California into the ocean we’d be better off.

Also, refried beans are gross.

You'd starve without California.

Maybe they mean liquid, solid and gas.

one will dry
second will burn
third will flood


EASY

The last time I checked the steaks I eat come from Nebraska, venison stocks my freezer almost year round, I can fish local, and all my vegetables are locally sourced or home grown.

I’m pretty fucking sure I don’t NEED California for anything.

California: You'd all starve without California.

Rest of the country: Yes, it would be hard without Hollywood.

You're posting on a computer.

Last I checked the only two processor companies got their start and did all their research in California for like 20 years.

The funny thing is a lot of people will say things like what you just did without realizing California is easily the most important state in the Union.

This post was edited by Thor123422 on Jul 19 2018 03:28am