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The movement invokes themes central to American independence, echoing the language of the Declaration of Independence. The desire for counties to "dissolve the political bands" that connect them to distant, unaligned legislatures stretches back to foundational ideas about self-governance and rights. Whether this regional secession embodies the spirit of liberty and self-determination remains a topic for debate, but it undeniably underscores the ongoing regional and ideological divisions within the United States.