As more and more firms flee the Northeast and California, several states are benefiting from this exodus of talent and innovation. Texas and Florida are at the top of the list due to low taxes, a business-friendly government, and, of course, beautiful weather. On the flip side, high taxes, rising crime, and state governments that seem unable to understand the benefits of innovation and business creation are creating a one-two punch compelling entrepreneurs to vote with their feet and move to more advantageous jurisdictions.
