That seems to be what your glorious state seems to be doing right now instead of actually facing the economy reality it's facing. It looks pretty good from where I'm standing. I don't have to worry about the governator turning my state into a nanny state run by the federal government (don't count on Obama backing up those internet rumors he had his campaign spread), so no weed, 10% sales tax, and OBAMA and the governator are handling your state affairs.... No thanks.
New Orleans, on the other hand, is amazing. Where else in the US can you find gambling, strip clubs that rival vegas and bars that rival vegas ALL OPEN 24/7, the food, mardi gras, LSU football, the french quarter (bourbon street.. enough said), the food , the amazing culture, and those southern girls mmm all in the same city!? I don't mind procuring my goods the old fashion way instead of going onto a file that can be obtained by any potential employer so that I can buy some weed for a little bit cheaper.
I've been to California twice and both trips, while they were brief, were very fun. The weather is definitely something to be jealous of. but I just would never live in a state run by delusional movie stars and terrible accountants. So, yes New Orleans is way better than California
The young boy in the picture agrees!