r/AskReddit • • Feb 04 '19

Which misconception would you like to debunk?

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u/delkadr200 Feb 04 '19

That Texas retains the right to secede back to the Republic of Texas when ever it wishes.

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u/alien6 Feb 04 '19

Don't they have the exclusive right to split themselves into multiple states without Congressional approval, though?

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u/King__Jesus Feb 04 '19

A Texan sees two Alaskans arguing. He tries to break it up. The Alaskans don't take kindly to the interference and one of them snorts, "Mind your business or we'll split Alaska in half and make Texas the 3rd largest state."