We could say one of many things about what's good in Washington, but it speaks for itself in terms of its GDP growth performance. This is a state that's on the up and up. Last year its GDP grew by 4%, outperforming the rest of the country in the process.
Given that the weather outside is so dreadful, it's no surprise that people decide to stay indoors and work harder. Seattle's rainy weather is legendary, with the clouds soaking the residents 152 days per year on average.