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The discussion pointed to underlying frustrations with policies in California and New York, both of which are governed predominantly by Democrats. Property owners like the speaker highlighted the difficulty in navigating strict regulations for housing development—specifically, efforts to convert single-family homes into higher-density apartments are met with bureaucratic hurdles and expense, discouraging development and contributing to economic hardship.
Additionally, many residents are fleeing due to living costs, homelessness, and the perception of declining safety in urban centers governed by progressive policies. The contrast with red states such as Texas and Florida, where expenses are lower and lifestyles are perceived as easier, continues to attract migrating populations.