Thousands of people live in poverty during the depression in shantytowns called Hoovervilles.

Thousands of people live in poverty during the depression in shantytowns called Hoovervilles.

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The transcript highlights the economic struggles faced by people in the Midwest due to plummeting farm prices, leading to unemployment and displacement. It features a personal account of a man who, along with his wife, is forced to leave their farm in search of a stable and honest living. The narrative underscores the lack of security and hope, as well as the desire for a better future.

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How did the economic situation affect the man's ability to provide for his family?

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What does the man mean by wanting to make an 'honest, decent living'?

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