#1 A Vendor Selling Bullet Resistant Glass To Schools At A Teacher Convention In America 10/17/2024
#2 Rent Was $1950. They Bumped To $2200. We Moved. Now It’s Listed As This
Ended up doing the huge hassle of moving, and only a month later it’s listed lower than what we were originally paying.
PS screw First Key Homes.
The images on this list paint a pretty grim picture of life in the United States today, making many Americans feel stuck and hopeless. A February 2025 survey by The Harris Poll revealed that 68% of US residents feel like they are “surviving instead of thriving.”
Likewise, 68% of Americans also believe homeownership is “no longer attainable” for those who aspire for it. These specifically apply to millennials, renters, and low-income households.
Given the country's tumultuous political climate, among other reasons, many Americans have contemplated leaving. Polls show that 40% are considering it, with 14% seriously contemplating the move.
These numbers have grown after last November’s presidential elections, rising by 4% from August. As for the demographic, 63% are Gen Z, 61% are members of the LGBTQIA+ community, 61% are Hispanics, 57% are African-Americans, and 52% are Democrats.
So, what exactly are the motivating factors for Americans to leave their home country? 49% point to lower living costs abroad, 38% want lower-cost healthcare, and concerns about their safety drive 35%.
48% of people are considering living elsewhere due to dissatisfaction with the current administration. These numbers rose by 6% since November 2024.
#10 Paying Off My Student Loan Counted As "Closing An Account" And My Credit Score Went Down
#11 The Manager Would Throw Away Cookies Every Saturday Instead Of Giving Them To The Employees
#12 “Virtual Reality Enables Students To Go On A Field Trip Without Leaving Their School”
However, it is also essential to consider the downsides of migration. American lawyer Christine Dahl lives and practices in the Netherlands, and she still sees some of the same problems, like housing shortages and high living costs.
“You can change horses, but you’ll still get saddle sores,” Dahl said in an interview with KTLA. “They might be on a different part, but it’s still life, and life can be lifey.”
#14 "I Subbed For A Kindergarten Teacher Today. This Is How They Teach The Alphabet To 5-6 Year Olds Now"
Dahl believes that every country has their fair share of issues, and none of them would be fixed if everyone shared the same mindset of leaving when things get tough.
“Other countries have the same issues, difficult problems, and if all the critical thinkers just pack up and go somewhere else, well, that’s sad,” she said.
#16 Florida Overdeveloping Into Wetlands, Your House Will Flood And Insurance Companies Don’t Care
These wetlands were perfect for water to drain into, I just find it insane that they build houses on them, they hit the market at “low 500’s!” And then unless you have flood insurance (VERY EXPENSIVE IN FLORIDA) you are out of luck.
Who wants to pitch in and put this picture on a billboard next to the development?
I also want to note that the east coast was not hit very hard compared to the west, unless you were close to the coast line, there was not much flooding/storm surge. I know port orange got some bad flooding.
#17 Local Target In 100 Degree Weather
We’d like to hear from our readers, especially those in the US. Do you think the photos on this list accurately depict life in the country? If so, would you consider searching for “a better life” elsewhere? Let us know in the comments!
