Chapter 9: The Changing South

The South has a cultural distinctiveness that sets it apart from other regions in the nation. It is comprised of several subcultural regions -- The Gulf Coast, the Southern highlands, the Georgia-Carolinas' Piedmont, and northern and southern areas of the region as well that are all unique and different from one another. In the South, however, people consider themselves proud of their regional identification and have a strong sense of connection to that region.

The Pacific Northwest is similar to the South in this regard. People living in the Pacific Northwest have a strong link to their region. They are aware that it is unique from other parts of the United States. Seattle is a major city known for its music and cultural events. Unlike the South, however, the political orientations of the people are very different. Most people in the South tend to be conservative, while people in the Pacific Northwest tend to be a lot more liberal.

Also, the ethnic composition of Seattle is mostly white, and the South has a large African-American population. According to different websites, Seattle's African-american population is less than 10%.