The Pacific Northwest is a unique region of the United States, home to many different people, customs, and stereotypes. Many of us at Roosevelt have lived in Seattle for a long time and are familiar with the city. We may not realize it, but we do things differently than others around the world.
Ella Dobel ‘27 is an exchange student from Thüringen, Germany. She said “I like how nice the people are
in Seattle. Even if you do not know them, they ask you how your day was.” Dobel added, “It is a lot different than your stereotypical American. They are a lot more open-minded and friendly.”
Opposite to Dobel, Alex Chidiac ‘25 who lived in Marietta, Georgia before moving in 2019 thinks that the people in Seattle are less welcoming than in his home state. “I would say people in Seattle are very judgy. They definitely look at you a certain way,” he said. “People in Georgia are very hospitable. In Seattle there is a lack of community. People look at you a certain way and are quick to judge.” People from out of town often complain that Seattleites are horrible drivers. Chidiac agreed. “Man you guys suck at driving, I-5 is a free-for-all.,”
Jackson Ireton ‘25 has been in Seattle his whole life. Ireton comment- ed on the stereotypes here. “People in other parts of America may think of Seattle as a ‘communist state’ but I don’t think so. The people are certainly progressive but there are people on the other side of the spectrum.”
When asked what stereotypes he finds the most annoying in Seattle. He responded quickly, “Tech Bros for sure. They always drive a Tesla and wear those vests without the sleeves.” Seattle certainly has a unique and diverse crowd of people. It is a city where each side of the political spectrum exists. No matter who you are, you can find your community in the city.
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