Obviously there are pros and cons to both sides of this deal. But I do agree that some of these blue states are running risks of not being able to pay these union pension funds, and other benefits. So you raise taxes right? Well look at Detroit, no revenue was brought it because 1) politicians scammed the money 2) people moved out of detroit more and more, and you can't get dick from taxes when everyone in the inner city is dirt poor. New York won't go that way, neither will Chicago or Philly. But other rust belt cities that are blue and heavily unionized will be at risk, Syracuse being an example.

Southern states have right to work laws. Minimum wage is lower, it's true education is not as good, and there is a larger income gap. However the reason why places like Charlotte, NC and Phoenix, Arizona boomed is because those places are good for retirement and/or for business. When you have lower taxes, right to work laws, and undeveloped land and cities that aren't hampered by unions you'll get more business and attract more people. However, there is a flip side to every coin. I would just be more concerned by towns and cities that can't afford pension plans anymore than Texas, Florida, or Tennessee who are still going strong economic wise.

And SB, Nicky is right, everyone on here has to stop throwing the racism card it's getting annoying