A WalletHub report reveals New York ranks 49th in patriotism among all states, with only Arkansas scoring lower. The study evaluates multiple factors, including military service, voter turnout, and civic engagement. New York notably has the fewest veterans per capita and ranks 44th in voter turnout for the upcoming presidential election. The report highlights a disparity between New Yorkers' vibrant protest culture and their overall civic participation, contrasting sharply with top-ranking Virginia, known for its military infrastructure and community engagement.
New York landed at 49th place in a WalletHub report on patriotism, with low military service, voter turnout, and civic engagement, only Arkansas scoring lower.
Start with military service: New York has the fewest veterans per capita in the country—three times fewer than Alaska, the leader in that category.
New York ranked 44th in voter turnout for the 2024 presidential election, showing a lack of civic engagement despite the state's vibrant protest culture.
Virginia topped the patriotism rankings, bolstered by military infrastructure and strong voter turnout, unlike New York, which is lagging significantly.
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