July 18th, 2003, 02:54 AM
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Re: OT: Strange future for down-under?
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Originally posted by deccan:
I agree. It was obvious that the original article was a joke. The idea that Australia would join the U.S. is so ludicrous that it doesn't bear mentioning.
In the meantime, here's something for you to ponder:
What is the likelihood of California breaking away from the U.S. to form its own country? 
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Not a new idea - my world regional geography textbook in college actually asked the same question. Language, culture, resources, %GNP, etc make a case that California could go it alone and thrive. Kinda sci-fi, but a fun mental exercise.
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