Lack of outward state pride in Georgia? (Atlanta, Columbus: transplants, home)

[btard]

There's two states that whenever I'm in them, it's clear the people there have pride in their state: Texas & South Carolina. Everywhere you go in those states, you see people wearing clothing, driving with stickers on their cars, and most everything else they own emblazened with the palmetto & crescent moon, or the lone star flag. Both states have a rich history, and people who live there embrace it.

Then you come to Georgia, which has it's own unique heritage, but you never see outward displays of affection for this state (and no, UGA garb does NOT count!) You see some folks still flying the 1950's state flag, but beyond that, nada.

So why do Georgians seem to not take much pride in where they live?

[TakeAhike]

I think Georgia has a more diverse population now--many transplants, etc.

[rcsteiner]

Originally Posted by TakeAhike

I think Georgia has a more diverse population now--many transplants, etc.

I think that's a big part of it.

As an example: I've been in Georgia now for almost five (5) years, but I still tend to consider myself a Minnesotan in many ways. After all, I did spend the first 41+ years of my life there.

[LovinDecatur]

Originally Posted by btard

So why do Georgians seem to not take much pride in where they live?

I'm a ninth generation Georgian, and this is news to me.

[TakeAhike]

LOL--

Hesitant to mention 'flags'. Perhaps the OP has no way of knowing what a serious topic the state flags of Georgia can be.

We do have license plates with 'Georgia on My Mind' and wildflowers and other symbols of the state that I think demonstrate enough 'State Pride'.

At any rate I would say both SC and Texas are 'more conservative' states and I am glad that Georgia has seemingly chosen a different approach.

[COUNTRYFRIED]

Ive noticed that myself and it stinks. Our licence plates even have some with a Gator on it which makes no sense because after all Real Gator or Auburn fans still live in those states..lol. Just because a persons a transplant thats really no excuse. You moved to Georgia take pride in Georgia and remember Georgias your home. It bugs me when people say "well back home"..I usually respond well if you don't consider Georgia your home now then just go back.

[afonega1]

Texas having been its own country has that attitude because of that.South Carolina I would guess because it was the first state to succeed from the Union has created for itself an identity of independence.That's what those two have in common.It gives people a reason to feel more important(not saying they are).
Georgia's identity is not rooted that way.However I would not say their is a lack of pride.Like someone stated earlier it has to do with generational pride.Their are a lot of transplants.Their are also a lot of military installations ,which in turn brings a lot of transplants.

[terrence81]

Well I myself have a lot of pride in being from Georgia. I'll tell anyone who asks where I'm from. And if someone assumes I'm from Atlanta I make sure they know I'm from Columbus, GA. I love my state and my town even when someone from my state embarasses me on the news.

Texas has a lot of transplants and military bases too. So I think it does go back to a nationalist past as previously mentioned. I think that's just Texas not neccesarily Georgia.

I will say that no I don't feel the need to wear anything or put anything on my car. So I will argue that pride is not just wearing a t-shirt or putting a bumper sticker on your car.

[Dart03]

I think the divisions between the Atlanta Metro Area, and the rest of Georgia play some role in a lack of 'state pride'.

[lilmusket]

I don't really notice this with South Carolina all that much. I mean they just have a cool looking flag, it's unique. There's nothing wrong with Georgia's flag, but kinda generic looking. But I don't see where where ppl in South Carolina have anymore pride than Georgia. There are a lot more transplants in Georgia I guess, no different from North Carolina in that respect.