"We want you to visit our State of Excitement often. Come again and again. But for heaven's sake, don't move here to live. Or if you do have to move in to live, don't tell any of your neighbors where you are going"
- Tom McCall
About this Quote
This quote by Tom McCall is an invite to check out the state of Oregon. He motivates people to come and experience the enjoyment of the state, however he also warns versus moving there to live. He recommends that if somebody does decide to move there, they need to not tell their neighbors where they are going. This could be interpreted as a caution versus the increase of individuals moving to Oregon, as it might lead to overcrowding and a decline in the quality of life. McCall is motivating people to visit and take pleasure in the state, but not to stay for too long. He wishes to maintain the charm and enjoyment of Oregon for future generations.
This quote is written / told by Tom McCall between March 22, 1913 and January 8, 1983. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
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