The following Monday, I'm flying out of California. I can't in good conscience support this system.

Highest taxes in the nation. They just added 6¢ to gas, calling it "freedom tax". Freedom Tax! Illegals will get free health care, while I will pay for it for not being able to afford health care.

Costs of living in insane. My brother rents a bunk bed with five other dudes to a room for $600/month. I can't live on my own for anything less than $1500.

You don't hear English anymore. I wish I was joking about this. No matter where I go, no one speaks English. Every conversation is in a different language.

I grew up in Orange County and had a wonderful childhood. Now I feel out of place and can't wait to leave.