That is an interesting theory NicoleC, and I've heard the California secession idea too. But I can't help but wonder where California and the Southwest thinks it would get it's water from--they'd have to invade their neighbors to keep diverting it!

Actually, what most people don't realize is that water will soon be the new oil. Any futurist theorizing has to take water into account a whole lot more than it does oil. Fertile soil, lots of trees, and plenty of water is the reason why I continue to put up with Minnesota winters. And the fact that I don't think the Red/terrorist/pick your devil invasion will get this far. ;-)