2006-10-16 07:13:19 · 15 answers · asked by labiddle2007 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
to begin see below esp. section 4
Article 4 concerns the states. Section 1 mandates that all states will honor the laws of all other states; this ensures, for example, that a couple married in Florida is also considered married by Arizona, or that someone convicted of a crime in Virginia is considered guilty by Wyoming.
Section 2 guarantees that citizens of one state be treated equally and fairly like all citizens of another. It also says that if a person accused of a crime in one state flees to another, they will be returned to the state they fled from. This section also has a clause dealing with fugitive slaves that no longer applies.
Section 3 concerns the admittance of new states and the control of federal lands.
Section 4 ensures a republican form of government (which, in this case, is synonymous with "democratic," and both of which are opposed to a monarchical or aristocratic scheme - the state derives its power from the people, not from a king or gentry) and guarantees that the federal government will protect the states against invasion and insurrection.
Article 5 details the method of amending, or changing, the Constitution. Please see The Amendments Page for more information.
2006-10-16 07:26:42 · answer #1 · answered by macdoodle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Constitution makes no provision either for or against a state declaring independence but it is generally considered by those of us who follow the original intent of the Founders that a state could leave the Union if it believed that the central government was acting contrary to the Constitution. Our Constitution is literally a contract between the Federal government and the states. This is one of the reasons many people believe the US Govt never tried the leaders of the Confederacy for treason after the Civil War. There was no legal standing and it would have actually brought the Union's actions under scrutiny.
2006-10-16 07:18:48 · answer #2 · answered by Crusader1189 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing in the constitution that actually allows for or denies the right of cession from the Union. However, some states under reconstruction have added clause prohibiting secession. The Civil War set the standard that states could not secede and that the Federal government had the right to prevent them from doing so.
2006-10-16 07:21:11 · answer #3 · answered by toff 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
at the same time as it is thoroughly conceivable for Texas to face by technique of itself it shouldn't ensue. another man or woman in this united states that doesn't stay in Texas might want to have something ignorant and advise to say about it now to not indicate that the federal authorities might want to have a in advantageous condition. i do not see it ever happening until eventually **** truly is going downhill for this united states (worse than it already has I advise).
2016-12-04 21:40:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why would anyone want to do that... Mahamud Ali left the country and went to live in Nigeria ,after he had been there several months he came back with his tail between his legs and said "the ice cream ain't cold over there"Peopl will complain about anything but if they were ask to step up to make thing better what would they do ?? they could not find their rear with both hands and just keep on complaing ... The U S is not perfect but it better than any other place i know and we should be willing to go to bat for it !!!
2006-10-16 07:32:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if the state in question is a territory acquired by another country (Hawaii, Alaska ect.) They usually have a "trial period" and at the end of that they can decide if they want to remain in the US or if they will branch out on their own.
2006-10-16 07:17:59 · answer #6 · answered by Ria L 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
NO. can't do.
You or an individual can surrender citizenship.
But after Civil War no State can cede from union.
2006-10-16 07:15:42 · answer #7 · answered by cork 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It actually depends on the state;s constitution,,,
I know Texas has that clause and maybe California does as well but not sure
2006-10-16 07:15:36 · answer #8 · answered by alexg114 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What do they teach in public schools now? Do they not teach secession any more? Look into the history pertaining to the Civil War and you will have your answer.
2006-10-16 07:15:53 · answer #9 · answered by Proud to be an American 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Texas is the only state who had that option. I believe the option expired.
2006-10-16 07:21:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋