Let's pretend like the U.S. is divided down the center. The western half is run by progressive Democrats, the eastern half is run by conservative Republicans. Those who fall in-between will have to make a choice as to which side to pick (sorry). We set up borders and allow free trade, but nobody is allowed to immigrate permanently to the other side.
The western side will have socialized health care, and all government operated programs that they wish. The conservatives will opt to have their federal government to give them protection (paid through taxation), but nothing else. On the eastern side, most decisions will be made by states or municipalities as voted on by the residents. This includes schools, social programs, etc.
Trade between the two entities is allowed, as it is now.
In 30 years time, who do you think will fare better, and why?
2007-07-02
08:08:20
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