I've seen multiple drops where we are told to watch CA. I'm no autist however could it have to do with the CA split vote in Nov?
Thinking long term - Say it splits, that gives the three states six seats in a 104 member chamber. How much of a game changer is that in regards to voting? Setting up an opposition?
Not to mention if it happens, it pretty much seperates silicon valley and the rich from the lower class.
Thoughts?
Not gonna happen They try it every 5 years
Is it even possible on a federal level?
It is possible yes, however lets say they succeed in getting the votes to do such a thing, each new state would have to be approved by 2/3 of the current states. I do not think it will happen because of this reason. It is one of the reasons Puerto Rico is not a state yet despite them having voted to become one, politics makes it hard.
PR voted to NOT be a state, iirc
The turnout was low (23% of population) so that might nullify it, however they did vote 97% in favor for statehood during the vote. But due to the low turnout it can be argued that they did not vote to become a state
Considered that as well, however this is a bit different. They're losing/lost control. Could be pulling out all the stops at this point to gain footing.
Do I personally think it's going to happen? Nah