Dr. Tim Seelig shares his experiences moving from San Francisco to Portland, Oregon, highlighting the differences between the two cities, especially regarding the LGBTQ+ community. While both cities have comparable populations, San Francisco's community is notably larger and more established, making it feel like the "gayest place on Earth". Having lived in Portland for three years, he continues to learn and adapt, contrasting the costs of living and cultural elements between the two cities, and recognizing the need to strengthen Portlandâs LGBTQ+ presence.
"When I moved to San Francisco in 2011, it was to be my last move...The pandemic stretched that to 11 ½. To be perfectly candid, the rising cost of living convinced me otherwise."
"...you don't really get to know a place until you have lived there a while. Now, three years in, I'm still learning."
"San Francisco far surpasses Portland in that area. Estimates are that 17% of San Francisco residents are 'family,' guaranteeing it is the 'gayest place on Earth.'"
"Portland comes in at only 6.7% being in 'the family.' That's shamefully below the national average of 9.3%. I've got some recruiting to do!"
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