A city councilmember in Illinois has publicly called for the state to secede from the United States, drawing attention to the ongoing discussions of state sovereignty across the nation. While this development might seem isolated, we in the Texas Nationalist Movement recognize it as another clear signal that Americans are increasingly questioning the current political structure.
Clare Killman, a Carbondale City Council member, advocated for Illinois’ peaceful separation from the United States, citing concerns about potential federal overreach and ideological dissonance. Her statement mirrors many arguments we’ve long made in Texas about state self-determination and the fundamental right of people to chart their own political course.
We understand deeply the sentiment behind Killman’s call. Our movement has consistently argued that states — particularly those with strong historical identities like Texas and Illinois — should have the ability to determine their own governance. The fundamental principle remains the same: local communities know their needs better than distant federal bureaucracies.
Killman’s specific concerns about potential political targeting and loss of individual freedoms resonate with our core mission. The Texas Nationalist Movement has always maintained that Texians deserve the opportunity to govern themselves without unnecessary federal intervention. Her arguments about preserving local values and protecting residents’ way of life could have been lifted directly from our own advocacy materials.
What’s particularly interesting is how her statement reflects a growing union-wide sentiment. From California to Texas, from Illinois to Vermont, more Americans are questioning the current federal system. This isn’t about partisan division, but about fundamental questions of governance, representation, and self-determination.
Her explicit mention of wanting a “peaceful secession by consent” aligns perfectly with our approach. We’ve always maintained that Texit — Texas independence — should be achieved through democratic processes, referendums, and legal constitutional mechanisms. We do not seek conflict, but peaceful political transformation.
While Killman’s specific context differs from ours, her core message is universal: local communities have the right to determine their political future. The Texas Nationalist Movement will continue to push for a fair, democratic path to Texas independence, learning from and supporting similar movements across the country.
The growing chorus of voices calling for state sovereignty demonstrates that the conversation about political self-determination is no longer a fringe discussion. It’s becoming a mainstream dialogue about the future of governance in the United States. For Texas, this means continuing our steady, principled march towards independence — a goal that grows more achievable with each passing year.
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