It's not rocket science, but it's extremely painful, and in many cases unnecessary, to abandon one's children, elderly parents, life's work, or family farm. Many of our ancestors suffered terribly when they came here, never seeing their parents or family members or close friends from the old country again. It could get to the point where it's worth losing everything to flee a state like California, but many haven't reached that point. And in this case, there's something to be said for staying put and fighting.
It's not rocket science, but it's extremely painful, and in many cases unnecessary, to abandon one's children, elderly parents, life's work, or family farm. Many of our ancestors suffered terribly when they came here, never seeing their parents or family members or close friends from the old country again. It could get to the point where it's worth losing everything to flee a state like California, but many haven't reached that point. And in this case, there's something to be said for staying put and fighting.