Let’s face it, Arkansas haters abound. Those haters are obviously dead wrong, and they probably deserve our outrage. But instead of punching them in their dumb mouths or shoving them into stacks of cow pies, maybe we could just show them this list:

1. It’s gorgeous here.
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2. Jaw-droppingly, awe-inspiringly gorgeous.
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3. Really, truly magical.
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4. Folks are nice.
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We call it "Southern Hospitality."
5. We’ve got great senses of humor.
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"No peein' off the porch."
6. Arkansas communities help each other.
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In the event of a natural disaster, neighbors are the best and first help.
7. No one will judge you for eating fried foods at all three meals.
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As a matter of fact, go ahead and deep fry every single vegetable. That’s cool too.

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8. Fresh produce!
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Our state has a number of farmer’s markets that run year-round.
9. If you’ve ever enjoyed a rice dish, you’re welcome.
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Arkansas produces more rice than any other state.
10. Our cost-of-living is low...
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...and, even when in need of fresh paint, our old farm houses are gorgeous.
11. We’ve got resort towns with fabulous histories.
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12. The first woman to be elected to the U.S. Senate was from Arkansas.
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RIP, Hattie Caraway, and thanks for blazing the trail.
13. We’ve got culture!
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14. We gave the world Johnny Cash. You’re welcome, world.
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What else proves the haters wrong? What’s your favorite thing about Arkansas?

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