Consider This from NPR Red Zip Codes Are Getting Redder, Blue Zip Codes Are Getting Bluer
Feb 21, 2022
The U.S. is experiencing heightened geographic polarization, with red zip codes growing redder and blue ones becoming bluer. People are choosing to move to areas that align with their political beliefs, especially post-pandemic. Personal stories reveal motivations behind these relocations, from dissatisfaction with former states to a quest for community alignment. The impact of these migrations raises questions about belonging and social segregation as families navigate their new environments amidst differing political landscapes.
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Shirley Hussar's Move to Texas
- Shirley Hussar, a former Californian, moved to Texas due to concerns about immigration and homelessness in her home state.
- She prioritized cost of living, opportunities, and a conservative environment in her new community.
Conservatives Moving to Texas for COVID Freedom
- Bridget Melson and Lynn Seedon, two conservatives, moved to Texas from California, drawn by the state's relaxed COVID restrictions.
- Seedon decided to move after California forced her to close her photography studio due to COVID restrictions.
Political Migration and Landslide Counties
- Political views are increasingly important factors in people's moving decisions.
- Landslide counties, where a presidential candidate wins by a significant margin, have seen a substantial increase in voters over the past three decades.
