I have lived all over the country and I thought, “hey- it can’t be THAT bad, right?” Well, all the comments are true. There is absolutely no community here, let alone a progressive community that cares about anything besides money. I really love my job (at the university) but without that there would be no redeeming quality to this place. The fatal traffic accidents, the people constantly trying to scam you, the preponderance of plastic surgeons and realtors. The best thing about Vegas really is getting out—-try the national parks (Zion, Grand Canyon, Bryce, Death Valley), Spring Mountains, Red Rock, Yosemite and the Sierras. Boulder City and Blue Diamond aren’t as bad…but good luck with the commute! There are nice people in Vegas, a few of us at least, hopefully we’ll cross paths and surprise each other!