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Forbes and CNBC have both compiled lists of “business-friendly states” and these look similar, with North Carolina at #1 and red and purple states dominating the top 10 of both lists.

The problem? Being “business-friendly” on one of these lists has no correlation with real GDP per capita. By that metric, the 5 most economically productive states are DC, NY, Massachusetts, Washington, and California — the bluest of the blue.

“Business-friendly” policy isn’t even good for making money.

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Hypolite Petovan
Hypolite Petovan  
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@monkϵyborg 🦾🐵 I assume the important part is where the money goes when it's made. In this context a capitalist would prefer making $5 and keep $4 as profit than making $10 and "only" keep $5 as profit.
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