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In reply to the discussion: Do We Disrespect Rural America? [View all]randr
(12,412 posts)I believe the quality of life is dependent on how far from an Interstate Highway one lives.
In spite of the Republican hold on all things political we are a thriving community of progressives.
We have integrated alternative schools into the public school system, have an internationally recognized community radio station thanks to our high speed internet services, continue to enjoy booming organic farming and food business growth, live in close proximity to awesome skiing, rafting, desert biking, and camping experiences, breath clean fresh air and drink mountain spring water, have a year round connection to music festivals and performances, enjoy local wines and brews, can afford a mortgage, and the daily enjoyment of actually stopping to talk with each other on the streets when we meet.
Thriving progressive communities exist throughout our nation that are living independent of the modern rat race we are sold as the American experience.
I would also say that my home town is in Colorado which would explain why we have a jump on the happy thingy.