As a long term resident of Colorado, I can attest to having been invaded by California. They have completely taken over politically here and the damaging effects are only getting started. I noticed a HUGE increase in the number and aggression levels of the homeless population 5 years ago. Now we have tent cities and the once popular downtown area has become dangerous enough that people are finding other places to go.
CO took another major step toward becoming CA-lite by giving away our electoral votes to the majority. That would have NEVER happened here 25 years ago.
CO will be fine for another 10 years or so, just not nearly as good as it might have been. Eventually people like me will be able to retire...and vote with their feet. My hope is TX can prevent the same invasion. If not, I’m not sure were else to go.