@liberalontravel: I took advantage of the Labor Day Weekend to make the drive from Denver to western South Dakota, where I explored the attractions and nature in this VERY MAGa part of the country. Here's my thoughts and highlights of that visit... #liberal #antimaga #travel #southdakota #southdakotacheck
I see homes with pride flags out year round in Custer. The tourist shops can be very maga but there’s a lot of blue dots
2026-09-08 21:27:11
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__a_birds_eye_view :
I’ve lived in Rapid City for a few years and I think the lack of third places makes it really difficult to generate any kind of political movement. It’s really just bars and churches and not many opportunities for discussion on differences. There’s also a lot of racism (and sexism) which makes sense to me if you don’t have places you’re coming into contact with people who are different than you. Such an interesting place - and not always in a good way 😅
2026-09-09 01:17:54
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Bindi & Oliver :
I moved back to care for my dad. It’s definitely more Trumpy but it’s gotten less the last few years 🙌🏼 still can’t wait to move back to WA
2026-09-09 03:50:57
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JJClapham :
Some of us blue dots live here!
2026-09-09 03:55:58
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🐴Pink Buckaroo🐴 :
Should have come rode a horse while you were here!
2026-09-09 03:25:02
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Tori :
This is exhausting
2026-09-09 04:39:38
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Alyssa Fields :
I’m glad I’m not the only one who hated Mount Rushmore’s show. I have never felt so uncomfy in my life.
2026-09-08 14:55:47
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Red Bear :
From the Rez next to the black hills, were the bluest country in SD
2026-09-09 01:55:47
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KT :
Blue dot here in Custer! My husband and I grew up in Colorado and we went to CU and CSU
2026-09-09 01:43:01
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bexgoodegg :
I live here. There are blue dots here. It’s just so Republican that Democrats can barely get enough funding to get on the ballot
2026-09-08 23:11:30
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dennis52 :
you would be surprised, more liberals than you would think. it's just that liberals aren't fixated on trinkets and banners merchandise.
2026-09-08 16:48:13
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Magda13na :
I live in Rapid City. The Black Hills are magical but yeah definitely a ton of MAGA here. It’s sad.
2026-09-08 14:20:42
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ThoreauvianWarrior :
My wife, Mother-in-Law, and I spent Labor Day Weekend doing about the same. Mount Rushmore is an engineering marvel, but the History of the Black Hills and sacredness of the Land make it, as you said, uncomfortable. Needles Highway is amazing, but you have to have confident driving skills on that road. Spearfish Canyon Highway is also a must, as is the Termesphere Gallery in Spearfish. Many MAGA here, but mostly the duped, not despicable MAGA, imho.
2026-09-09 03:27:51
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laura_a941 :
Wondering if you actually engage with any folks in your travels or just keep to yourself. Obviously, not suggesting you start fights with strangers, but getting their perspective/finding common ground seems like it’s one of the most educational/fulfilling parts of travel…
2026-09-08 15:05:45
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DTIAFI :
MAGA is so exhausting
2026-09-08 16:06:23
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iamthe24kgoldlabubu :
*is considered
2026-09-08 22:54:57
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Derek Thunder Hawk :
Thank you for visiting what I call my backyard, hope you enjoyed the visit. Also I’m the one who blesses the grounds at crazy horse monument during the volksmarch
2026-09-08 18:47:22
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Big Ed’s neck :
Custer t-shirt shops are not locally owned and are more than likely money laundering fronts!
2026-09-09 02:06:43
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mckenziejeanne :
We used to vacation here all the time growing up. I remember seeing Mt. Rushmore at age five or six, thinking “that’s it?” and wanting to go back to the car and play with my My Little Ponies. 😅 My favorite part was always the hotel, and Custer State Park. My sisters special interest was buffalo for a long time and I liked seeing her get excited to see them! 💗
2026-09-08 14:29:10
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JustTess :
It’s beautiful there. You just need to know where to go and not to go.
2026-09-08 14:57:40
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amaya 🐞 :
I’m from South Dakota, thank you for an accurate and honest review
2026-09-08 16:00:09
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rigs6459 :
Wow and I always wanted to go. NO GO NOW
2026-09-08 14:59:52
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Taśina ❌ :
There are blue dots here and there - but we’re few and far between!
2026-09-08 22:02:28
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