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Fleeing From Blue to Red America

Once magnets for opportunity and growth, cities such as New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles are now experiencing a significant population exodus.

The latest census data reveals that some of the United States’ most prominent cities are losing residents by the thousands, while less known cities such as Port St. Lucie, Florida, and Lewisville, Texas, are gaining.

This trend has not always been the case. America’s flagship cities generally provide abundant job opportunities, a wide array of events and entertainment, superior dining options, and better schools and universities. But despite these appealing qualities, certain factors are driving the current demographic shift away from these cities.

What are the primary reasons behind this trend? The data shows it is closely tied to state and local government policies, which have worsened the nation’s most notable…

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