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- COVID lockdown policies have been among the longest in the nation, hampering economic recovery and fueling public discontent.
Despite these setbacks, state officials continue to trumpet a narrative of success, glossing over the mounting data of decline.
Migration Trends: A Clear Direction
U-Haul's regional data consistently shows that California residents are heading to southern states like Florida and Texas, as well as to midwestern and southern states like South Carolina, Oklahoma, and Idaho. These states boast lower taxes, better affordability, and less regulation.