ma born and raised. the nicer parts. if you can afford it, it is a good place to live. civil. quiet. peaceful. there is extreme inequality in the state, which is good if you're wealthy. i've seen few other areas on earth with as much wealth as boston's suburbs. and they are tasteful. look on google maps. the green areas within 5-15 miles of boston - some of those are excellent places to live. we have a great state culture that could be off-putting or otherwise negative to outsiders. but for insiders, or those who appreciate it, it is very nice. many people are smart, high caliber. i am at least fourth generation, my wife is pregnant, and my children will be 5th gen bay staters. i am proud of it. it is a place that is easy to be proud of. people, land, sea, history, and hopefully future.
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