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green__goblin t1_jaeval9 wrote
I think it's always been pretty conservative. It's southern and has a shit ton of old people living in it
coconutwheelie t1_jaevh9d wrote
always has been, but covid, the mask debate, and recent presidency definitely sparked a more public reveal of how conservative it is
JustStatedTheObvious t1_jaevw19 wrote
Redistricting plays a huge part - it was more than just the gullibility and greed of retirees.
And now that the neo-Confederates there have unleashed their gleeful sadism, it has attracted stupid assholes from the rest of the country.
skawn t1_jaevkon wrote
Lots of conservatives have moved there for retirement. Not the sole reason but it is a contributing factor.
chef_dad64 t1_jaevorb wrote
It's always been a moronic cesspool
rdhdpsy t1_jaex4k4 wrote
Gerrymandering
BoozeIsFoods t1_jaex4tx wrote
Chem trails
Loreo1964 t1_jaex6lv wrote
Woke insanity?
FizzyBeverage t1_jaevfaq wrote
Well, it’s where every other old fart in America wants to retire to. No state income tax, hot af, irrational governor starting Fox fueled culture wars with Disney and gay people — appeals to their conservative values.
It grossed me out. Rising property insurance and taxes. Lousy school districts. Increasingly worse tropical weather. After 30 years it was enough for 3 lifetimes.
My daughters are 5 and 7. Global heating is not going to be a good thing anywhere but Florida is especially susceptible. In a way, I’m giving them a fighting chance living 1000 miles north at 1000’ elevation.