Yes, unfortunately Maryland is a lost cause. I have lived in 5 different states, all of which were less affluent than Maryland. Never heard one person say: “I want to leave this state!” By contrast, I hear that every damn day in Maryland. Beautiful state. Very affluent. But the Democrats have made this state a s***hole.
I was born and raised in Maryland and after I retired a few years ago I unassed and moved to Texas. Nice and quiet here.