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The Angriest Cities In America

Posted by: Christian Madera

20 August 2006 - 7:00am

Men's Health magazine judged 100 cities on high blood pressure, traffic congestion, aggravated assaults, workplace violence and speeding tickets.

The winner -- Orlando, FL -- home of Walt Disney World, the so-called "happiest place on earth." Three other cities in Florida -- St. Petersburg, Miami, and Jacksonville -- make the top 10, with Tampa, FL trailing at 12th place.

New York City, infamous for its rude and angry citizens, ranks 57th.

Tha calmest city award goes to Manchester, New Hampshire. Portland, Oregon, the urban planning "Shangri-la", comes in at 96th place, just four above Manchester.

Full Story: How Angry Is Your City?
Source: Men's Health, August 11, 2006
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