Are there any better people than the Missourians? I think not. People who call Missouri home are intelligent, tough and adventurous, to start. Here are ten reasons why Missourians are the best people in the country; I’m sure you can think of even more!

1. Missourians are adventurous.
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Spelunking is just one of the many crazy things Missourians do for fun. And with more than 6,000 caves, can you blame us?
2. We know how to relax.
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We basically invented river floating, and we’re really, really good at it.
3. Missourians are brave.
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Huge storm rolling in and tornado sirens going off? Whatever. We’re not afraid.
4. We know the right way to cook a pig.
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If you’ve ever once had BBQ in this state (and of course you have), you know that Missourians have mastered the art of slow-smoking pork.
5. Missourians can BAKE.
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Gooey butter cake. Is there anything better? Nope.

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6. We’re not sheeple here.
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Just because someone says something is true, doesn’t mean it is. The Show Me State’s fine citizens know how to use their critical thinking skills.
7. We’re loyal.
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Just ask any Mizzou fan.
8. People from Missouri help each other out.
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We’re ready to help our neighbors, whether they need help with yardwork or someone to give them a lift to the grocery store.
9. We’re oh so patient.
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Because driving behind one of these guys for five miles helps you gain some incredible skills in the patience department.
10. We’re very literate.
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When your state history includes literary giants like Mark Twain, Eugene Field, Joseph Pulitzer and Laura Ingalls Wilder, you can’t help but be a reader.

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