I feel your pain. I lived in New Hampshire before it was ruined by Massholes coming north to get away from the mess they made of their own state. It didn't take them long to ruin that state also. Even the Old Man in the Mountain slid away in disgust.
It seems that the Liberals/Progressives are attracted to States that offer opportunity and economic mobility.
In much the same way folks from the 3rd World are attracted to America.
They settle in and fall back to “their” foundations of trust in Government. They work to advance Government to “Help” others that follow them.
They have no faith in man, men or human nature.