Morning Wire The Great California Exodus | 3.26.23
Mar 26, 2023
Census data reveals a dramatic migration from California, with 700,000 residents departing since 2020. Many cite high taxes and crime as driving forces behind their decision. Personal stories highlight the emotional struggle of leaving the state's beauty and culture. Young people are particularly challenged by the soaring housing market. The trend sees many relocating to states like Texas, Florida, and Idaho, seeking lower costs and a different political climate. Meanwhile, Governor Newsom tries to reverse this tide.
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California Exodus
- Almost 700,000 people left California since 2020, the most in the US.
- High taxes, cost of living, crime, homelessness, and strict COVID-19 lockdowns are cited as reasons.
ExitCalifornia.org
- Real estate agent Scott Shepard founded ExitCalifornia.org in 2019 after seeing the exodus trend.
- He and his family left California due to cost of living, taxes, and crime, even before the pandemic.
Soto Family's Move
- Tito Soto left California with his family during the pandemic after living there for 46 years.
- School closures, potential vaccine mandates, and political intolerance were the final push.