Summary:
State Sen. Liz Krueger proposed New York and other progressive states secede and join Canada.
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler responded with a GIF from South Park's "Blame Canada", mocking the proposal.
Lawler criticized the idea's absurdity and highlighted New York's $61 billion increase in state spending in recent years.
Krueger admitted contacting Canadian officials about secession.
Lawler emphasized that most Americans don't want to be Canadian.
New York's Shocking Secession Plan: A 'South Park' Twist
State Sen. Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) recently suggested that New York and other progressive states secede from the US and join Canada following Donald Trump's return to the White House. This surprising proposal sparked a humorous response from GOP Rep. Mike Lawler.
<img src="https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/speaks-reporters-outside-capitol-visitor-93163480.jpg?w=1024" alt="Rep.-elect Mike Lawler (R-NY)">Lawler, referencing the iconic South Park movie Bigger, Longer & Uncut, tweeted a GIF from the "Blame Canada" song, mocking Krueger's idea. He further criticized the proposal's absurdity and emphasized that not all New Yorkers share Krueger's progressive views. He also highlighted concerns about New York's financial state, pointing to a $61 billion increase in state spending over the past four years.
Krueger's comments, made to reporters in Albany, included a playful yet serious suggestion of a takeover of Canada through population numbers if the secession happened. She even admitted to contacting Canadian officials regarding this possibility.
<img src="https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/11/state-sen-liz-krueger-d-15905932.jpg?w=1024" alt="State Sen. Liz Krueger (D-New York)">Lawler clarified his "Blame Canada" reference, stating it highlighted the absurdity of Krueger's comments and underscored the sentiment that most Americans, including New Yorkers, do not desire to become Canadians.
This unexpected political debate, infused with a dose of South Park humor, is sure to keep New Yorkers talking!
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