# @nbcchicago on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DYc2BahGmtR
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65775388-nbcchicago-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/ba8d52b1cf.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-05-17T19:01:54.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** NBC Chicago (@nbcchicago) — https://gondola.cc/nbcchicago

## Caption

As the U.S. becomes increasingly polarized, some Illinois residents and activists are asking the question: what would happen if the state were to split in two?⁠
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NBC 5's latest documentary “Separation: A State Without Chicago” examines the idea, the individuals trying to bring it to life, and the potential consequences of a 51st state being carved out of the Land of Lincoln.⁠
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Tap the 🔗 in bio to watch the full film.⁠
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#chicagopolitics #illinois #politics #urban #ruralamerica

## Stats

- **Views:** 44,706
- **Likes:** 3,125
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- **Comments:** 786

## Tags

politics, chicagopolitics, illinois, urban, ruralamerica

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