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Most of the counties that have the free land programs in effect are "frontier counties." These counties are extremely isolated to the average American with very few ammenities available. Sure, some of these small towns might appeal to a specific group of Independent-minded people who like isolation. However, nothing will stop the huge levels of out-migration from the rural counties. It has been happening for over 100 years and will not stop anytime soon in my opinion. The micropolitan cities like Salina, McPherson, Hays, Manhattan, Newton, Dodge City, Garden City, and Liberal will probably continue to experience slow yet steady population growth, though.
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