Staff Reports
The exodus from California is in full swing as more and more residents pack their bags and head for greener pastures. According to a recent report by relocation firm moveBuddha, five of the top ten cities people are moving away from are located in California. The Golden State’s high taxes, increasing cost of living, and failed policies are driving residents to seek better opportunities elsewhere.
California’s population growth has hit a roadblock, with projections falling short of expectations. The state’s Department of Finance estimated that California would reach 40 million residents by the end of 2018 and 50 million by 2048. However, recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows a different story, with the state’s population actually decreasing to below 39 million in 2021. This decline has even led to California losing a congressional seat for the first time in its history.
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Governor Gavin Newsom’s mismanagement of the state, from high gas prices to heavy-handed COVID-19 lockdowns, has only exacerbated the situation. Newsom’s blame game on Big Oil for the state’s soaring gas prices does little to address the underlying issues driving residents away. Furthermore, the state’s stringent lockdowns have taken a toll on California’s youth, with a significant percentage considered “disconnected” and public school enrollment declining.
As more and more Californians seek refuge in states with lower taxes and better opportunities, the state’s future is uncertain. The mass migration from California serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of progressive policies and the need for a change in leadership. It’s no wonder people are willing to pay top dollar to leave the once-great state – and who can blame them?
