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Hand to Mouth

Living in Bootstrap America
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book provides a personal account of the struggles faced by the working poor in America, detailing the author's own experiences with low-wage jobs, lack of healthcare, and the systemic barriers that prevent upward mobility. It offers a raw, unfiltered look at the realities of living paycheck to paycheck and the societal misconceptions about poverty and those who live with it.

Key points:

1. Poverty Cycle: Tirado discusses the poverty cycle, explaining how low wages, poor education, and high living costs make it hard for people to escape poverty.

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