Secession of Oregon Counties to Join Idaho

SOURCE www.dailymail.co.uk
Thirteen counties in liberal Oregon have voted to secede and join conservative Idaho, citing progressive policies and high crime rates as reasons for the move. The proposal aims to move the Oregon border 200 miles to the west to include these counties under Idaho state lines.

Key Points

  • Thirteen Oregon counties vote in support of secession to join Idaho
  • Proposal seeks to move Oregon border 200 miles west
  • Organizers cite alienation by progressive policies and high crime rates as reasons
  • Vote is not binding but indicates support for negotiations

Pros

  • Residents would benefit from lower taxation in Idaho
  • Organizers claim better representation and governance under Idaho
  • Movement aims to address alienation caused by Oregon's progressive policies

Cons

  • The vote is not legislatively binding
  • Potential complications in changing state borders
  • Controversial history of drug possession law in Oregon