What are some cultural faux pas in San Francisco?

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2 pointsjeffwidman2 comments

Most of these are valid, but:

11. Adult men complaining about having to wear a tie to formal restaurants, the symphony, and other events.

...is utter balderdash. The only restaurant that requires a tie is the French Laundry. The only reason to wear a tie to "symphony and other events" is if you are intent on participating in the insular "society" made up of dowagers. And unless you're running for office or a sycophant, why would you do that?

Also, complaining about taxes is pretty standard, given that you hit 9.3% once you make $50k, and someone who does startups can easily hit 10.3% in years where stock is sold. Plus the high cost of gas, property/rent, etc.

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