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politicalwire.com - 4/17/2009
Most Texans Want to Stay
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Though Gov. Rick Perry (R) insists Texans are talking about secession in response to federal tax policy, a new Rasmussen Reports poll finds that 75% of Lone Star State voters would opt to remain in the United States. Only 18% would vote to secede, and 7% are not sure what they'd choose.

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dailykos.com - 4/23/2009
Lots of unpatriotic Texans want out of the union
— dailykos.com — With numbers like these, it's obvious why Texas Gov. Rick Perry is talking secession in the runup to what will be a tough primary battle against Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchinson: Research 2000 for Daily Kos. 4/20-22. Likely voters. MoE 4% (No trend ... (more) Lots of unpatriotic Texans want out of the union

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kinkyfriedman.com - 4/14/2009
Kinky Friedman's Letter to Texans
— kinkyfriedman.com — Dear Fellow Texans: Here’s the way I see it: Democrats + Independents = Victory. I was serious when I ran for governor in 2006 and I’m serious now. I am a humorist, but I know these are not humorous times for a lot of us. Part of the reason is ... (more) Kinky Friedman's Letter to Texans

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foxnews.com - 4/16/2009
Governor Says Texans May Want to Secede From Union But Probably Won't - Presidential Politics | ...
— foxnews.com — Texas Gov. Rick Perry fired up an anti-tax "tea party" Wednesday with his stance against the federal government and for states' rights as some in his U.S. flag-waving audience shouted, "Secede!" An animated Perry told the crowd at Austin City Hall -- ... (more) Governor Says Texans May Want to Secede From Union But ...

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SSP Daily Digest: 4/17
Swing State Project — ... • TX-Gov: I never thought I'd have to say this out loud, but Governor Rick Perry may not have a winning issue on his hands when he makes veiled secession threats. A Rasmussen snap-poll finds that 75% of Texans would prefer to remain a part of the USA. 18% prefer secession, and 7% just aren't sure. Not coincidentally, a similar percentage of the Texas state senate (71%) ...

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