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What's left of the California dream?
Once upon a time, nearly everyone dreamed of coming to California – the land of swaying palm trees, unbeatable weather and limitless opportunities. But these days, the Golden State is traffic-clogged, smog-choked and bone dry. Add to that the crazy political wrangling in Sacramento, the deep cuts made to close the roughly $24 billion deficit gap and double-digit unemployment figures. It’s no surprise record numbers of residents are deciding to blow this taco stand. Is the California dream over? Or do we still feel the love? Share your thoughts and opinions with us here.
Once upon a time, nearly everyone dreamed of coming to California – the land of swaying palm trees, unbeatable weather and limitless opportunities. But these days, the Golden State is traffic-clogged, smog-choked and bone dry. Add to that the crazy political wrangling in Sacramento, the deep cuts made to close the roughly $24 billion deficit gap and double-digit unemployment figures. It’s no surprise record numbers of residents are deciding to blow this taco stand. Is the California dream over? Or do we still feel the love? Share your thoughts and opinions with us here.