VOICED : Bakersfield a California town firmly in Trumpland

Kern County, a major agricultural region, strongly supported Donald Trump in the election, influenced by his running mate Mike Pence's agricultural background. The community, including non-farmers, values Trump's business skills. Despite economic challenges in the oil industry, residents feel underestimated and are eager for their voices to be heard in a predominantly democratic state.

Discuss the perception of education and lifestyle among the residents of Kern County as mentioned in the text.

In what ways do the residents of rural California feel their voices are being heard after the election of Donald Trump?