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Everybody’s moving to Florida

Sep 19, 2023
Join Marin Cogan, a Senior Correspondent at Vox, and Umair Irfan, a reporter covering climate change, as they dive into Florida's explosive growth amid rising sea levels. They discuss how newcomers are reshaping the political landscape and culture while examining the dichotomy of Miami's booming real estate against a backdrop of declining population. The conversation highlights innovative sustainability efforts and the challenges faced by residents in a city striving to balance development with climate resilience.
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Quick takeaways

  • Florida's population growth is driven by both younger people seeking job opportunities and older individuals accelerating their plans to retire, attracted by the state's warm weather, sunny beaches, and lower taxes.
  • Florida's aggressive efforts to court businesses from states like California and New York, along with the shifting political landscape, are fueling the state's economic boom and making it a center for conservative policymaking.

Deep dives

Migration to Florida is Accelerating

Florida is experiencing a significant surge in population growth, becoming the fastest growing state in the nation. Between 2021 and 2022, the state's population grew by 1.9%. This growth is driven by people from various states, including New York, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and California. The reasons for moving to Florida differ, with younger people often seeking job opportunities and older individuals accelerating their plans to retire. The state's allure of warm weather, sunny beaches, and lower taxes continue to attract a diverse range of individuals.

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