Tag Archives: secession

Exploring Some Of The Implications of South Sudan Independence

Posted on January 13, 2011 by nathanalbright

Today, in a report from the UN News Service [1], it appears as if the referendum on the independence of South Sudan will reach the required 60% threshold in order to be valid and therefore no extension will be necessary.  … Continue reading →

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Today In History: On January 10, 1861, Florida Seceded From The Union

Posted on January 10, 2011 by nathanalbright

To continue my occasional history of intriguing days in history, I would like to comment on today’s importance to Civil War history.  Today, on January 10, 1861, Florida became the third state to secede from the Union (after South Carolina … Continue reading →

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Essays on Modern Life: The Training of a Future Blogger

Posted on December 4, 2010 by nathanalbright

Today I would like to examine what for most people (maybe everyone) is an unfamiliar part of my own training and preparation as a writer.  In fact, today I would like to talk about how I learned to become a … Continue reading →

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The Secession Problem

Posted on November 18, 2010 by nathanalbright

For almost my entire life I have struggled to make sense of what may be termed as “the secession problem.” What are the boundaries of authority, the points at which larger units break apart into their constituent parts? The secession … Continue reading →

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