Can I just say how much I love Maryland?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So poor = not living in peace?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I’ve been here 60 years too and pp has selective memory.

Schools were full of drugs and rapists.

Moco is so much better now than ever and I hope the rednecks left move out.

Mo Co schools are a mess. We pulled our kids out two years ago. It's just a reflection of a crumbling system. No thx

I gave over 20 years of my life to that school system. When I hear complaints from friends, their experiences reinforce my decision to QUIT Mo Co.

No regrets!

Proof that MoCo/ MCPS are better now: You left.

it's amazing that people keep saying good riddance to people. At some point you do need people to live here that have good paying jobs, and pay taxes.

If you keep pushing people out who can afford to leave, you are not going to have enough people left to afford to keep all those wonderful programs you want for MoCO and MCPS. One thing that has shown many businesses is t hat they can function without bringing people to an office. If that continues, you could llve anywhere.

People want to leave? Bye.
No one is pushing people out. But if some people want to leave because of the changing demographics of MoCo, hey don't let the doors hit you on your way out.

Who said anything about changing demographics? I love the diversity of Montgomery County - all kinds of backgrounds, cultures, languages, socio-economic status, etc. But that doesn't trump the economic disaster and misplaced priorities that are driving many to leave the state.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

Curious what metrics you folks are looking at.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

Curious what metrics you folks are looking at.

Here's a few:

https://www.statista.com/statistics/303696/us-fortune-500-companies-by-state/#:~:text=In%202020%2C%20New%20York%20had,the%20most%20Fortune%20500%20companies.

Maryland 3 Fortune 500 Companies - Virginia 22

Unemployment for October - States Bouncing Back Best

Maryland 43/50
https://wallethub.com/edu/states-unemployment-rates/74907

11th for Highest State tax Liability - Virginia 38th

https://wallethub.com/edu/states-with-highest-lowest-tax-burden/20494

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

Haters gonna hate.
Wealthiest state, baby
https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/slideshows/10-wealthiest-states-in-america

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So what does the above mean?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So what does the above mean?

It means she doesn’t want to be around poor, black or Hispanics.

[Anonymous]

How can anyone trust a governor who's encouraging people to rat each other out?? What a RINO!

High Visibility Compliance Units
Really?
You have no idea what you've unleashed by voting for Biden.
No idea - But you'll soon find out.

https://governor.maryland.gov/2020/11/23/governor-hogan-announces-launch-of-all-hands-on-deck-covid-19-compliance-and-enforcement-operation/

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How can anyone trust a governor who's encouraging people to rat each other out?? What a RINO!

High Visibility Compliance Units
Really?
You have no idea what you've unleashed by voting for Biden.
No idea - But you'll soon find out.

https://governor.maryland.gov/2020/11/23/governor-hogan-announces-launch-of-all-hands-on-deck-covid-19-compliance-and-enforcement-operation/

I am all for ratting out anyone who doesn't want to follow basic health measures.
It is for the public, common good.
You Trumper should move out.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

Haters gonna hate.
Wealthiest state, baby
https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/slideshows/10-wealthiest-states-in-america

Not a hater - I grew up in Maryland and feel a sense of belonging even though I moved to Virginia in the early 2000s. The reason Maryland has such a high HHI is because the state does not have a lot of rural areas to average over. This is the same reason why NJ has higher HHI than NY even though there is no question NY has a lot more wealth. Another thing I want to point out is that a lot of Marylanders work in VA, at about a rate that is two to three times that of VA residents working in MD.

[Anonymous]

Any state that has record breaking murders, rapes, unemployment, homelessness, drug addiction, single parent households, low achieving schools, and a special state auditing unit for crooked politicians is going to be democratic.

This is not unusual.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So what does the above mean?

NP here, I take it to mean exactly what it means: people want to be left alone so long as they are not hurting anyone else. People don't want to be called a racist for pointing out the objective negative impact of mismanaged immigration policies. Doing so doesn't mean they don't like immigrants or immigration.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So what does the above mean?

It means they're tired of people talking about race/ethnicity and want to go back to the days when they were able to avoid thinking about all of those issues.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I lived in Maryland for a couple of decades before leaving.

What's striking to me (and this thread is no different) is how many people in Maryland seem to have their heads in the sand about the state's woes and challenges. Sure, there are some bright spots here and there, but the state's overall health is a significant cause for concern. Maryland is beset by the same tax burdens and COL issues that plague its neighbors further to the Northeast. It's economy has stagnated, and it clearly cannot compete with many of the Sun Belt states - let alone Virginia. There is a wide (and growing) disparity between rich and poor. And Baltimore remains a giant albatross around the state's neck.

The biggest problem about Maryland is that the state's decline has been slow and gradual. Each year things get a little worse. Things get a little more bleak. But it happens slowly. Many people adjust to the "new normal" and lower their standards about what is defined as acceptable growth and progress.

+1 Well said. But as evidenced by the response above, the response when you bring up the many challenges in MoCo is that you do not like MoCo because of the changing demographics and implying you are a racist when you do not agree. Most people want to raise their families and live in peace.

So what does the above mean?

It means she doesn’t want to be around poor, black or Hispanics.

I think you're right.