Professor Wall and the Secession Minstrel discuss multiple stories which seem to all point to the reality that the National Divorce phenomenon is fast approaching in Canada. What does Justin Trudeau’s threat against Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe say about tensions between Ottawa and Saskatchewan? What is the real thrust of Danielle Smith’s recent moves legally and politically in Alberta and how is Trudeau’s response further fracturing the relationship between Ottawa and Alberta? What does the recent surge in popularity and rise in separatist rhetoric from Quebec’s leading separatist party, the Parti Quebecois, mean for Quebec’s prospects for secession in the near-future?
Links:
(Trudeau doesn’t rule out arresting Moe; won’t backtrack on carbon tax hike): https://www.westernstandard.news/alberta/trudeau-doesnt-rule-out-arresting-moe-wont-backtrack-on-carbon-tax-hike/53092
(This premier is building walls to keep Ottawa out — and may have the political capital to do it): https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/this-premier-is-building-walls-to-keep-ottawa-out-and-may-have-the-political-capital/article_9f0b27c6-f8f1-11ee-8950-1762dca8da06.html
(Danielle Smith punches back against Justin Trudeau — again): https://calgarysun.com/opinion/columnists/bell-danielle-smith-punches-back-against-justin-trudeau-again
(Once-moribund Parti Québécois is resurgent, but support for independence staying flat): https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/quebec/once-moribund-parti-qu-b-cois-is-resurgent-but-support-for-independence-staying-flat/article_f483e324-d9b5-5abc-94e0-6073d1308d9d.html
(Parti Québécois leader pledges referendum, claiming Ottawa poses ‘existential threat’): https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/quebec/parti-qu-b-cois-leader-pledges-referendum-claiming-ottawa-poses-existential-threat/article_1d83061c-02d1-5a41-9ad1-fced7d181abe.html
(New Brunswick Free Province Project): https://www.nbfree.ca/
(“Economics in One Lesson” - By Henry Hazlitt): https://store.mises.org/Economics-in-One-Lesson-P11168.aspx
Professor Wall, the Secession Minstrel and the Jester hold the annual Secession Day discussion unpacking the following question: “Why are we forbidden to discuss the topic of secession?” Why is it considered a cultural taboo to even bring up the topic? Could it be that the Elite classes recognize that if they wish to maintain their rule over the people that then the people must not be made aware of a very effective political tool in their toolbox?
Links:
(Secession: The Inalienable Right of a Free People to Leave a Tyrannical Union - By Joe Wolverton): https://www.abbevilleinstitute.org/secession-the-inalienable-right-of-a-free-people-to-leave-a-tyrannical-union/
(“American Secession: The Looming Threat of a National Breakup” - By F.H. Buckley): https://www.bookfinder.com/search/?author=&title=&lang=en&isbn=9781641770804&new_used=*&destination=us¤cy=USD&mode=basic&st=sr&ac=qr
(“Breaking Away: The Case for Secession, Radical Decentralization, and Smaller ...
Professor Wall and the Secession Minstrel discuss the recent proposals being discussed in Washington State about putting forward solid grassroots opposition to tyrannical governor Bob Ferguson’s agenda. Can a “Convention of Counties” to push for a “federalization” of the state government pull off a necessary correction? Or is Washington state bound for breakup no matter what? What about these proposals bear similarities to steps America’s Founding Fathers took in the lead-up to the Revolution? What role might these proposals play in the likely resurrection of the State of Liberty movement?
Links:
(A win-win for Washington state - By Nancy Churchill): https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-a-win-win-for-washington-state/
(Instead of a 51st state, Rep Rob Chase introduces the Win-Win Act to create two ‘autonomous regions’): https://robchase.houserepublicans.wa.gov/2025/04/24/instead-of-a-51st-state-chase-introduces-the-win-win-act-to-create-two-autonomous-regions/...
Professor Wall and the Secession Minstrel discuss the rapid unfolding of events in Canada, especially in the wake of the 2025 Canadian federal elections. Why does secession preparation appear to be increasing in intensity across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec in particular? What is particularly striking about the differences in preparation approaches? What is it about the recent turn of events which seems to point to the real possibility that Canada’s National Divorce era has now begun?
Links:
(Canada Inevitable Split East and West - By Martin Armstrong): https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/canada/canada-inevitable-split-east-and-west/
(How Alberta Can Actually Separate from Canada - By Martin Armstrong): https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/politics/how-alberta-can-actually-separate-from-canada/
(Mark Carney poses a threat to national unity - By Preston Manning): https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/article-mark-carney-is-a-threat-to-national-unity/ ...
This piece from the Acton Institute speaks very much to our views here at "On This Terrestrial Ball" on what the relationship should be between family and the workplace. Here we always says that "Family Comes First". That means occasionally we will have gaps in our publication schedule when we need to tend to matters which affect family. However we are still committed to spreading the word on the causes which are important to the everyday people so that EVERYONE will be able to put family first in the not-too-distant future and it is why we value your support so much! Be a rebel, raise a family and show & tell the family how much you love them! https://rlo.acton.org/archives/124383-your-job-is-not-your-family.html
Sharing here a GREAT conversation between two very learned gentlemen: Daniel Miller, the President of the Texas Nationalist Movement, and former North Dakota state legislator Rick Becker, the host of the podcast “War, Divorce or Federalism”. In this episode, these two discuss TEXIT, the practicalities surrounding separation from the Washington DC Empire, the fallacies surrounding anti-separation arguments stemming from ridiculous talking points like Texas v White, and so much more! Listen in and get a great influx of knowledge from two gentlemen who KNOW their stuff!
In a crossover episode with the new podcast“War, Divorce or Federalism” Professor Wall engages in a lively discussion with former North Dakota state legislator Rick Becker on America’s current situation and the choices facing the peoples who make up this vast country. Can federalism be re-asserted through a process like the Article V Convention so as to diffuse tensions and so prevent the onset of a possible civil war? Or have things deteriorated so badly that only national divorce can bring back peace?
