‘Chaos or Tyranny!’: Texas Nationalists Push America to the Brink!

In a sharp exchange over Texan independence, Nationalist Movement leader Daniel Miller issued a stark warning about the future of the United States, claiming that the country suffers from a "deep-seated sickness" that could lead to disaster. Miller’s remarks came in response to comments made by television personality Dr. Phil McGraw during their recent debate on the Dr. Phil Primetime show.

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Speaking on his Texas News Podcast, Miller expressed deep concern about America’s current trajectory, suggesting it could either “blow up” or invite “autocratic reign from some tyrannical government.” His warning is the latest in a series of statements from Texan nationalists, who have been gaining momentum amid growing tensions between state and federal authorities.

Miller’s Warning: A ‘Recipe for Disaster’

Miller didn’t mince words when responding to Dr. Phil’s skepticism about Texan secession. While Dr. Phil argued that the idea of any state successfully leaving the Union was far-fetched and fraught with challenges, Miller countered with a grim assessment of the nation’s current state.

“When you have such a deep-seated sickness, this pressure internally, these competing world views, these deep-seated issues and you ignore them,” Miller said, “it is a recipe for disaster. One of two things happens. It either blows up or it invites autocratic reign from some tyrannical government to keep its hand on those competing realities.”

Miller’s comments reflect the fears of many within the Texan nationalist movement, who argue that the growing divides within the U.S. could lead to a breakdown of society or the rise of a more authoritarian government.

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The Dr. Phil Debate: Skepticism and Rebuttal

The debate, which aired in late July, saw Dr. Phil expressing doubt about the feasibility of Texan independence. “The chances of seceding successfully, with a functional government, infrastructure, medical and educational facilities, to me, is just beyond belief,” Dr. Phil said during the show’s concluding monologue. He questioned whether a new Texan nation would avoid the same issues that currently plague the U.S., calling the notion of overnight harmony “unrealistic” and “perhaps delusional.”

Miller quickly fired back on his podcast, accusing Dr. Phil of offering no real solutions and dismissing the idea that 400 million Americans could suddenly “wake up and observe the golden rule.” He argued that such an approach was not only unrealistic but dangerous, ignoring the deep divisions that could lead to more significant issues down the road.

Texan Nationalism on the Rise

Miller’s warning comes at a time when Texan nationalists have been making significant strides. In May, the Republican Party of Texas elected supporters of a referendum on Texan independence as its new chair and vice chair. The following month, they included a call for an independence referendum in their 2024 Legislative Priorities and Platform document.

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These moves reflect growing frustration among some Texans with the federal government, particularly over issues like illegal immigration and LGBTQ+ rights. While a survey conducted for Newsweek earlier this year found that only 23 percent of Texans would back secession in a hypothetical referendum, the nationalist movement remains a potent force in the state’s politics.

A Divided Future?

As the debate over Texan independence heats up, the contrasting viewpoints of figures like Daniel Miller and Dr. Phil highlight the deep divisions within the U.S. Whether or not Texas ever holds an independence referendum, the rising tide of nationalism in the state could have profound implications for both Texas and the country as a whole.

Miller’s warnings about the potential for disaster, coupled with the growing momentum of the secessionist movement, suggest that this debate is far from over. As America continues to grapple with its internal conflicts, the question of whether Texans will one day choose to go it alone remains a topic of intense discussion and speculation.