Texas could bid for independence, says Governor as fury over Obama's spending rises | Mail Online
Texas could bid for independence, says Governor as fury over Obama's spending rises
By Sarah Titterton
Last updated at 4:29 PM on 16th April 2009The governor of Texas has suggested that his state could secede from the Union after accusing the federal government of strangling Americans with taxation and debt.
Governor Rick Perry whipped his 'patriotic' supporters into a frenzy during tax protests yesterday, with many waving flags and shouting 'Secede!'
He later backtracked, telling reporters later that there was 'absolutely no reason to dissolve [the Union]'.
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'How do you like Change so far?': Texan governor Rick Perry, foreground, threatens Texan independence at the 'Don't Mess with Texas' tea party protest yesterday
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