Inside America’s Poorest, Sickest and Most Hopeless County 

I explored West Virginia, the poorest state in the U.S., nestled between the Rockies and the Appalachians. Once thriving with the coal industry, the region's economic decline mirrors the fading relevance of coal. Unemployment is rampant, and many struggle to make ends meet, resorting to government support. Abandoned houses stand as silent witnesses to a once prosperous era.
In conversation with residents, I uncovered a cycle of desperation intertwined with the profit-driven medical industry. Despite the challenges, some cling to addiction, perpetuating a grim reality. This journey exposed the harsh consequences of an industry's decline and the exploitation of the struggling by the affluent.
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WHO AM I? My name is Shota and I'm a traveler and van conversion enthusiast. When I was 19, I left Japan and spent nine years exploring different countries and immersing myself in diverse cultures. In the past three years, I've been sharing my adventures in Japan through my RU-vid channel, showcasing the lesser-known sides of the country and vanlife travel experience. When I'm not busy converting vans and ex-Japanese police buses into campervans, I'm back on the road, traveling the world and sharing my journey with others. My ultimate goal is to inspire others to embrace the diversity and vastness of the world around them.
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