ANSWERS: 2
  • No. Indiana is as diverse a state as you will come by: True, there are myriad rednecks (and their accompanying lifestyles) that live there, mostly in the south and the central smaller towns; however, there are also many other kinds of people (and THEIR accompanying lifestyles) in many other parts of the state. In fact, I know (and knew) quite a few non-redneck people in the central and southern regions of the state. In Indiana you will find places like Purdue University - one of the top Engineering and Technology schools in the nation, Indiana University - with one of the best nursing and music schools in the nation, Indianapolis - which is a thriving community with a median household income equal to that of the national average, then there's the northern part, i.e. Elkhart, Southbend, Valparaiso et al. that is all much wealthier than many other areas, and of course Gary, which is basically a southern suburb of Chicago. And there are many, many more. With that said, I stand by my no. And I wonder, "Why do you ask?"
  • I live in a neighboring state and it seems this is the reputation, although I don't understand why. The people here work hard, take care of their community needs, their yards, are honest & layed back and don't value style over substance. There is a respect between the white & blue collar and just a sweetness when they come in contact with each other. I've lived out West, in the South and other countries on both sides of the USA, but I find the Midwest to be paradise. I'm not leaving.

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