Although everyone has a different experience as a hobo, most seem to agree that hobos are not bums. Hobos pay for their way through life. Also, hobos are not homeless. The bed may have lumps in it and the roof leaks from time to time, but I wouldn't think of trading this home for any other. Hoboing, more than anything, is a state of mind.
Most hobos lead the lives they do by choice.
Others fall victim to addiction, run-ins with the law, mental problems and financial ruin. They live a life of codes where respect in its many forms is held like a torch. Adman is pinning for the communal respect of yesteryear. He's taken on the role of the bad guy. Personally I've kicked out about 8 or 9 bums this year.