Who the hell cares how low or slow they go? Its not Mesa- they get paid by the hour. If you're going to avoid PDT do so because of the long upgrades, uncertain future, propensity for closing bases, or inbred HQ staff. Flying a turboprop is nothing to be ashamed of and will not harm your carrier progression whatever the SJS folks say.

My limited experience talking with crews says ASA will treat you better than PSA... but take the first hand word on that count. Do you want to live somewhere in the south in particular, or just anywhere south of the IHOP wafflehouse line?