Hunter S. Thompson's phrase, 'Buy the ticket, take the ride,' reflects the current predicament of California's Central Valley farmers who supported Donald Trump in the 2020 elections. Despite winning significant local support, farmers face a conflicting reality as Trump’s administration threatens agricultural labor forces through immigration policies and engages in trade wars that could harm crop profitability. His promise of increased irrigation water must contend with federal and state water management laws, which prioritize endangered species, raising questions about the future of farming in the region.
Buy the ticket, take the ride. That was more than half a century ago in his bestselling book Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
Trump's promises of more water for Central Valley farmers clash with the realities of immigration policies threatening farm labor availability.
His strong support among California agriculture interests comes with uncertain consequences, including potential trade wars impacting farmers' profits.
The challenges presented by Trump's policies illustrate a complicated relationship between California agriculture and federal water management.
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