States' Rights: Civil War Echoes in Modern America

States' Rights Debate Reignited: A Divided Nation? The recent overturning of Roe v. Wade has once again sparked a heated debate about states' rights in the United States. One video, uploaded on May 27th, 2025, by a user named St. Gael, argues that states do not have the right to ignore federal law, citing the Civil War as an example of the consequences of such actions. "A state does not have the right to choose to subvert the constitutional order," Gael asserts in the video. However, this perspective is not universally shared. Legal experts offer counterarguments, emphasizing the importance of federalism and the balance of power between state and federal governments. The debate highlights the deep divisions within the US on issues of federal authority and individual liberties, underscoring the need for continued dialogue and compromise.