An Anarchist Against Secession - LUA Radio w/ Gary Hunt

Since Brexit, the subject of secession has been brought to the forefront, once again. Previously, I hadn't given the subject much thought until I saw a substantial amount of advocacy on Fascistbook by many within the libertarian and anarchist community.

After much thought, I concluded that it is philosophically inconsistent for anarchists to be in favor of secession; also, I don't think the idea has been fully pondered, especially considering the potential ramifications that could come down from the federal government, if a state were to secede.

Here's a quick rundown of my arguments against it to prepare you for the interview I conducted with Gary Hunt:

1. Voting is a violation of the twin axioms, and it would most likely be necessary for secession to happen (I say "likely," because the legality of secession is sort-of a grey area).
2. It would be tyranny of the majority--what about the 49% in the Brexit vote that wanted to remain in the European Union? Secession is just another attempt at "forcing freedom."
3. As we've discussed on LUA Radio, libertarians/anarchists do not like discussing use of force issues, and considering the history of secession, there would likely be backlash from the federal government; in short, the killing of government agents in self-defense may become necessary, if the attempt is going to be successful.

So yes, you read correctly: I am an anarchist AGAINST the idea of secession. Now, before crucifying me, please check out the interview in its entirety and please let me know what you think--am I completely off-base? Do you agree? Etc.

Here's what to expect: in the first three segments, Gary Hunt joins us to discuss the history of secession in the United States, the legality of it, and potential ramifications, if secession were to become a reality. In the final segment, I provide arguments against the strategy from a propertarian anarchist perspective.

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This broadcast originally premiered on the July 24th, 2016 edition of Liberty Under Attack Radio.

Shane is the founder of Liberty Under Attack and host of LUA Radio, a live show that airs every Thursday and Sunday at 7pm CST on the Freedom Phalanx Radio Network. He is a free market anarchist committed to providing solutions to his listeners and readers, so that they can create the freedom they desire in their own lives, RIGHT NOW, despite the State.