I left a red state and moved to a blue state. The politics and lack of healthcare in Texas drove me back to Oregon.
Although the political environment mismatch was a strong reason I left Texas, other reasons contributed to my move away from the state.
I lived in a suburb of Houston and traveled on highways daily. I didn't like the high transportation costs, including toll roads and all the gas needed to make my commute.
The extreme weather, which included hurricanes, major lightning storms, hail, and smoggy polluted air quality, was also not aligned with the quality of life I desired.
I loved the radio stations, the Tex-Mex, and the barbecue in Texas — and I was earning more money — but I knew when it was time to go. It's more expensive, but I'm happier in Portland.