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[quote=Anonymous]There’s not as much overt anti-immigrant sentiment on Peninsula but there’s one difference that might fly below your radar —homelessness is visible and a part of every day life. If you lived in DC now you might be used to it but coming out of the Virginia suburbs it may be a surprise. Your kids will see it in SF and in the Peninsula suburbs like downtown San Mateo, MV. Mostly harmless but still something that has to be discussed (both in terms of helping others/inequality and also public safety/a child’s anxiety) especially with younger kids. This isn’t a commentary on social policy but a decision for parents on how much you want to shelter your kids. A suggestion — I’d go out and visit different town to get a feel before making a decision. You’ll get more first hand data. Walk in San Carlos or Burlingame or Pleasanton etc. Also in case you are looking at East Bay, Berkeley is not going to be your cup of tea politically. [/quote]
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