Americans are increasingly moving from blue states to red states, seeking lower taxes. Ari Rastegar, CEO of Rastegar Capital, discussed this trend on ‘Fox News Live.’ He highlighted the effect of rising rates on the housing market and supply-side issues, including helium and fertilizer.
CNBC recently faced criticism for its annual quality-of-life rankings. The list included only conservative red states among the ‘worst places to live.’ This sparked a backlash, as U.S. Census data shows that many of these states are experiencing population growth.
Critics argue that CNBC’s criteria show a liberal bias. CNBC ranked Arkansas, Oklahoma, Alabama, Missouri, Utah, Georgia, Louisiana, Indiana, Texas, and Tennessee as the bottom ten states, all led by Republicans.
According to CNBC, ‘Quality of Life’ is a key factor in their ‘America’s Top States for Business’ study. They consider crime rates, air quality, healthcare, childcare, and inclusion measures. States lacking discrimination protections and with restrictive abortion laws received lower scores.
Certain states were criticized for local legislation. Tennessee’s policies on transgender individuals and antidiscrimination ordinances were noted. Utah faced criticism for its $7.25 minimum wage and low childcare availability. Georgia was mentioned for a lack of LGBTQ+ protections, affecting its inclusivity rating.
California Governor Gavin Newsom pointed out that all states listed are Republican-led. However, many Americans appear to prefer these states, ‘voting with their feet’ by moving away from states with progressive policies.
Conservatives argue that CNBC’s list overlooks aspects valued by these new residents, such as lower taxes, law and order, and school choice. Patrick Bet-David highlighted net migration gains, with Texas and Tennessee notably increasing their populations.
The demographic shifts reflect a post-pandemic movement from blue areas to the South and Sun Belt. Economic and population growth contrasts with population declines in major cities such as Boston, Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. High taxes, rising crime, and living costs contribute to the out-migration.
Los Angeles County recently experienced a population decrease. U.S. Census Bureau data shows it lost over 56,000 residents, reducing its population from about 10 million in 2020 to 9.7 million today. New York City faces similar challenges with negative migration.
Fox News Digital requested a comment from CNBC but received no response. Journalist Joshua Q. Nelson, known for his work on cultural trends, education, and policy, reported this story.
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