The funny thing is that, mathematically, everyone in the world could live in the state of Texas, 4 people to a house, each house on 1/4 acre of land.
If I’m off, it’s not by much.
“The funny thing is that, mathematically, everyone in the world could live in the state of Texas, 4 people to a house, each house on 1/4 acre of land.
If I’m off, it’s not by much.”
Not funny. Not exactly true. Do you think all the land in Texas is inhabitable? Would you like to live like that? We have cities now so overcrowded nothing but a criminal and poverty can come out of it...you want to make it worse? Do you think our infrastructure is sound? If the likes of Bush/McCAin have their way, your scenario may come true.
Take a look at what living like you describe looks like...in Texas.
What is a Colonia? THE THIRD WORLD IN THE USA (photos)
Texas Secretary of State’s Definition:
The term “colonia,” in Spanish means a community or neighborhood. The Office of the Secretary of State defines a “colonia” as a residential area along the Texas-Mexico border that may lack some of the most basic living necessities, such as potable water and sewer systems, electricity, paved roads, and safe and sanitary housing.
In recent years the Texas-Mexico border region has experienced an explosion of growth in population and industrial activity. Although growth has resulted in economic opportunities, it has also intensified the environmental health and social challenges.
Among the border states, Texas has the largest number of colonias approximately 1,800 communities, with more than 500,000 residents. Sixty-five percent of all residents, and 85% of residents under the age of 18, were born in the United States. (aka Anchor babies) These Americans live in extreme poverty and often are unaware of the services that the United States and Texas can provide for them. Education is a key to addressing the problems faced by colonia residents, but reaching out to these communities poses unique challenges that require unique approaches.
Ninety-eight percent of the residents are Hispanic and speak little or no English.[snip]
http://towncriernews.blogspot.com/search?q=colonias
Please NEVER say that again. I don’t want anyone to get any ideas. lol!
That's 16 people per acre. Assuming a world population of 6 billion, all in Texas, it would work out to roughly 35 per acre.