State pride - Texas compared to other states (home, university)

[japan-virginia]

Texans are famous for being proud of their state. I think it is commendable and see many reasons for Texans to be proud of this fine state. I have lived in a number of states, and none have as much pride in their state as Texas. The state that ran a distant second, IMO, was Tennessee.

For those who are have lived in other states, how did they compare in the amount of of pride shown for their state?

I love the bumper sticker that says, "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could".

[Newk]

You will never see a big ass Virginia state flag flying over a Chevrolet Dealership.

[WilGar]

A famous bumper said,"Never Ask a Man Where He is From. If He is a TEXAN, He will Tell You; Otherwise. Don't Embarrass Him.

[japan-virginia]

Originally Posted by Newk

You will never see a big ass Virginia state flag flying over a Chevrolet Dealership.

Very true! Residents of the commonwealth seem just as likely to have another state's university logo on the side of their mailbox. When it comes time to vacation, they are cool with heading to NC or some other state, unapologetically. That said, Virginia has a lot to be proud of and is a beautiful and historic place, they just don't seem to embrace their Virginia-ness.

I mentioned Tennessee as a state that does seem pretty proud. From one end of that state to the other people seem to love the other "UT" and embrace their Volunteer State pride. I'd say you would see a one story Tennessee flag flying over a car dealership.

[japan-virginia]

Originally Posted by WilGar

A famous bumper said,"Never Ask a Man Where He is From. If He is a TEXAN, He will Tell You; Otherwise. Don't Embarrass Him.

I like it

[mcferguson]

I am from the mountains of North Carolina and the people there are more proud of their mountain heritage than anything. There is some pride in being a Tarheel, but not nearly so much as Texans. I certainly don't recall seeing the NC flag being flown except at a state government building.

[Sunderpig2]

People can be proud of a number of things. Their porn collection, having the trashiest home on the block, their arrogance and rudeness, etc. The pride of something isn't automatically always a good thing.

On the other side of the coin, there are many places where people are proud of where they live, but see no reason to make a big fuss about it, and draw attention to it. They're content and satisfied without seeing a need to attract attention and feed their egos.

[TXsurburbanmom]

I actually saw quite a few NC flags around the Raleigh area. I was pretty much in the towns around Raleigh so I don't know if that makes a difference. I was shocked at first because it looks like the TX flag with a seal placed where our lone star is. I couldn't figure out why the restraunt I saw the first flag at was flying what I thought was MY state flag. In retrospect most surprising about seeing the flags was that most people where I was living were not from NC. Perhaps that encouraged the business owners flying the flags to "show off" their nativeness I can't say it rivaled TX for flags though!

I am a very proud Texan although I hope I am not obnoxious about it. I ALWAYS ask people where they are from because I'm interested. I met a lady once who lived out of state who was proud of her Texas heritage. She said she was really surprised to be told it was obnoxious because she thought everyone was proud of where they were from and was surprised others didn't brag on their home state. Maybe I'm looking to hear others tell me good things about where they come from. I always try and share back whatever good I know about their home when we're chatting.

I have to admit I was working on something Texas"y" for my license plate--I saw tons of plates with state references there--but we just opted to move back instead!

[hal2814]

I lived in Georgia for a long time. They're not as proud of Georgia there as they are the South in general. But I'd say the Southern pride out there rivals Texas pride here.

[jtur88]

PRIDE, covetousness, lust, anger, gluttony, envy, and sloth.