The Cascadian Independence Project

The US northwest and British Columbia compose "Cascadia," a region characterized by spectacular beauty and limited development. The independence movement seeks to preserve the unique bioregion, as well as the spirit and way of life in the mostly rural communities. There's no loyalty toward the distant seat of government in DC, which the Cascadians see as the greatest threat to the environment and way of life they are determined to preserve.

Their strategy can be described as "creeping secessionism":

It is the goal of the Cascadian Independence Project to strengthen and build our communities and neighborhoods to decrease our dependence on the federal government, while strengthening and building our own base of operational support. We are a non-electoral party, choosing instead to accomplish our long term goals through the use of referendums, legislative policies and initiatives of the people.

Too far-fetched? Unthinkable? Not when the mayor of Seattle has already brought the idea of secession before the public (see Greg Nickels' rebel yell).

As hundreds, then thousands, of similiar movements spontaneously arise in reaction to DC's short-sighted, exploitative policies, the dinosaur will find itself helpless to stop them. Now that's progress.