Texas doubles down in unprecedented border dispute with federal government

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Texas doubles down in unprecedented border dispute with federal government
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The average european:

If America falls we're taking all of you fuckers with us

That might sadly be true.

100% true. We are kind of a tad bit important to the world economy. The way I worded it was over the top for comedic value but when it comes down to it, if America goes down its gonna be an absolute fucking mess for everyone.

The number of countries that pegged their currency to the USD is staggering. If the US defaults for any reason the global economy ceases to exist. Crashed by Adam Tooze is a great deep dive into the 2008 financial crises and goes in depth on how interconnected all the major economies are.

You're also forgetting the general slide into fascism that could have far more dire effects on the world.

That is definitely true, but I will still be laughing on the way down with you ;)

I personally welcome my always was Chinese overlord

+5 to your social credit for willfully accepting the CCP.

-25 for engaging with an unsanctioned online community.