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[–] j4k3 22 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

I think one of the biggest fallacies is that some places are cheaper or more expensive to live. Cost of living is only based on the opportunities available to the average person. That logic is too hard for most MAGA nuts to crack

[–] [email protected] 6 points 13 hours ago

There are some other factors besides jobs that make places more attractive. Cal is extremely expensive not just cause of high-paying jobs (and lack of housing supply), but also weather, geography, convenience etc