Texas Nationalist Movement[edit] Wiki
The Texas Nationalist Movement (TNM), headed by Daniel Miller, evolved from one of the factions of the old Republic of Texas in the late 1990s to early 2000s.[19][20] However, the organization has disassociated itself from the Republic of Texas and the tactics of McLaren, instead opting for more political rather than confrontational or violent solution.[19] The group has county-level groups in most parts of the state.[21]
According to its website, the objective of the Texas Nationalist Movement is "the complete, total and unencumbered political, cultural and economic independence of Texas".[22] Unlike its predecessor, TNM claims to work peaceably[23] with the current political system, and to reject use of force to achieve its goals.[20][23] TNM is an unincorporated association under the laws of the State of Texas.[20] The organization focuses on political support and advocacy, and education surrounding the issue of secession.[20] In January 2013, members of the TNM rallied at the state capital in Austin to promote the resolution, resulting in one mention of secession by one lawmaker on the opening day of the legislative session.[13] In May 2016, the Texas GOP narrowly rejected bringing a resolution for secession to a floor vote at the 2016 Texas Republican Convention.[24]
