Hispanic Towns Where People Live On LESS THAN $300 A Week - What I Saw In Rural CALIFORNIA
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Published 2024-03-26
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All these towns have one thing in common, they have civic pride. The numbers on paper look bad but the towns themselves tell a different story. There is no piles of trash laying around of abandon buildings tumbling down, the houses look well maintained with mowed lawns and most of the residential streets have well kept footpaths and verges. In other words attitude, the people dont believe that they are poor. It is so good to see.
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Joe I am a very elderly native Californian. In my youth, "braceros" were employed to harvest the ripening crops for market. These remaining communities are a reminder of the contributions these extremely hardworking Hispanic workers brought to California.
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Families stay together & share everything. Rice based meals & homegrown vegetables & kids get school food. It's a life without materialistic pleasures but certainly has family values & work ethic. People take pride in what little they have.
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Hispanics take good care of their homes. My father will be 93 years old in April. He is a Korean War Veteran. Both my father and mother were born in a small town in the southern part of Texas during the depression. My father brought us up to save every penny and always told us it does not matter how much you make; it matters on how much you save.
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The residents' pride shows in the cleanliness of the towns. These towns are so much preferable to live in than being crowded in crime ridden cities. Their financial management is really outstanding. Thanks.
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That's a humble way of life. Hard working families like that deserve respect from any and all races❤❤
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All towns were tidy and clean and families stay together and take care of their property. If I ever should move to California, any of these small towns would be on my list. Thank you for sharing Joe.
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It just goes to show that money doesn't buy character! These towns are clean and well cared for!! The residents care!
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Those towns you visited have nice features: wide streets, ranch style homes, clean, no graffiti. Almost a 1950's look.
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The stereo types of California and it’s people are out of control. I have been a Californian for 75 years and can testify to the amazing strength and work ethic of the Hispanic people. They are very family oriented and take care of each other and lift each other up. They have a lot to teach the Caucasians here and if I was to be honest if not for their communities things might.would had collapsed a long time ago. They work hard and become entrepreneurs ❤And obviously the numbers don’t tell the whole story!
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I live in Fresno, but have worked in Firebaugh for 26 years. ( Teacher) . I am lucky to commute there for work. Great place! Josh Allen’s hometown( he was my student.) Mendota is our big ‘rival’ 8 miles down the road. Mendota is populated heavily by Farm Laborers, who send money home. These towns are hidden jewels on the west side of the county. The utility costs are related to our summers in particular where we routinely have days 105 degrees plus
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Superb video Joe and Nic just shows no one needs mega bucks to keep a neighbourhood clean and tidy just a work ethic and the pride in their family
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DIDN'T SEE ONE BUM, GRAFFITI, OR HOMELESS TENTS IN ANY OF THOSE PREDOMINANTLY HISPANIC TOWNS. ALL THOSE RESIDENTIAL AREAS LOOKED VERY WELL MAINTAINED.
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Great video. I live in Biola, California. Lived here nearly all my life. My family is from Oaxaca, Mexico and over the years a lot more family has come over. Most people work in the fields and houses have large families. It wasn't until the new homes were built that we seen more Asian people in town. The tire shop is in the middle of nowhere but you would be surprised he always has people and he's a great guy.
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Millions of senior citizens live on $300 a week all over the country. I lived in California for a short time in the 80's, lots of great places. Such a range of climates and beautiful scenery. Great video. thanks
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It is a stark contrast to other towns in the southern U.S. and the rust belt, where despite the poverty, the Hispanic population seems to keep the town and neighborhoods in good repair and clean. I know there is extreme poverty in the U.S but I have never understood why people can’t pick up their own trash, and use trash cans in public areas and do what what they can to keep things as livable as possible.
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Certain media outlets have their viewers convinced all of California is in absolute ruin, when the majority of the place is still beautiful.
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I never thought I would say this about any chanel that does drive thrus, but here goes, Excellent! Finally an informative channel! And you don't just speed through the towns, you take your time so we can actually see and the narrative is informed and welcomed. Thank you
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Most Hispanic families take better care of their homes, yards and elders. The high poverty rate of seniors does not necessarily equate to a poor quality of life.
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It goes to show you, money is not needed to have pride and self respect. People can take care of their homes and surroundings to make it the best it can be for their children and neighbors, even if they have limited funds. I love their little towns. They seem very welcoming♥️
