I've been interested in seceding for well over a decade and even picked out which states I want in my new country.  I've mentioned my thoughts a few times expecting blank stares or anger and I've gotten agreement almost every time.  I think Americans all know that the best thing that could happen is to split up the US into several countries where each has common culture and beliefs.  We have reached the point of irreconcilable differences.  

The only problem is that those in power don't want to allow any of their "tax slaves" to leave and they are willing to commit violence to stop anyone from leaving.