In this Jonathan Turley article, the author argues that struggling “blue state” economies—especially California—are becoming cautionary exhibits for visitors curious about the real-world consequences of progressive economic policies.
- The concept of “disaster tourism” is applied to economic decline, where people visit areas to witness policy failures firsthand
- States like California are highlighted for high taxes, heavy regulation, and visible urban decay
- Tourists reportedly observe issues such as homelessness, shuttered businesses, and declining infrastructure
- The article suggests these conditions are the result of long-term political and fiscal decisions in Democrat-led states
- Businesses and residents are continuing to leave for lower-tax, less-regulated states
- Critics argue these environments serve as real-life warnings about overregulation and government expansion
- The piece frames these states as examples of what can happen when economic policies ignore market realities
- Supporters of such policies are portrayed as downplaying or dismissing the visible consequences
Read the full story: https://jonathanturley.org/2026/04/13/disaster-tourism-california-and-other-blue-states-become-go-to-destinations-for-econ-sightseers/
