Seattle's culture has been absolutely ruined by the huge influx of bay area types. Colonizing us and making Seattle more like SF is not a contribution. There was a time in recent memory when the city didn't cater to flamboyant hipsters.

Ladies and gentlemen, the typical reaction you can expect when saying 'hi' to someone. Thanks for the succinct example.

I won't bother saying I'm not who you think I am; it never helps.

You think this is what qualifies for being treated like subhuman dirt?

Buddy...

Heh.

OP, try to read some history or learn about how some of the more unfortunate people are living right now. Don't focus on the US -- which is in and of itself an anomaly -- but open your eyes to the whole world.

You'll quickly realize how fortunate you truly are.