So I will preface by saying this: I love that we have states so we can have diversity of thoughts and ideas. Also we have beautiful nature and a strong economy. Some states are very hands off as well and I love that (especially during covid). Here is the kicker though:

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The US seems fake and sucks in a lot of ways. I am thankful I can get rich with my real estate and investments, have a decent jobs, and have a fairly decent city to live in, and I have beautiful nature nearby. But the people (my age older people, despite being of the baby boomer generation are still pleasant to be around) kinda suck. Also the national debt situation, inflation (one in the same as previous problem), people are materialistic, abnormal economics are being applied to things that really should not be (dating),the role of the community has been diminished, the self has been diminished in the name of solidarity, individualism has been crushed, civil liberties are on the down swing, technology is stagnant, and many cities seem to be carbon copies, convenience is not there any more, and what we might call culture is barely holding on for dear life. There are some positive things but overall I feel alienated even compared to 10 to 15 years ago. This whole decade or so has been a drag to be honest but the alternatives have gotten worse too. Outside making money I don't see myself staying in the West more than I need to.