Why do you think more more conservative states are poorer, while liberal states are more prosperous?

For example, Mississippi is known as one of the most, if not the most conservative state in the country, and it also boasts the lowest literacy rate, as does its other southern companions, such as Louisiana, Alabama, and Kentucky, etc.

While more liberal states that embrace diversity, homosexual rights, true religious freedom are far far more prosperous. For example, California and New York. California I believe either the 7 or 8 largest economy in the world. While more conservative states, that have a history and reputation of not being “open minded” or have a record of not respecting civil or human rights, don’t come near that status.

This may be a “no-brainer” for some, but I would like a DIVERSITY of opinions on this.

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