For her, it's about self-esteem. Why shouldn't a bag lady own a flowered plastic rain poncho, if she wants one. And she sells to them for half price. When a visitor asks if they could be called white trash, Waters howls. And I have certainly made films about those people, but I wouldn't call them that.
White trash is the last acceptable racist phrase.
It's like saying nigger without saying it. I'm shocked that people use both but don't think they're racist. He is also quick to note his family's pivotal role in his career. I didn't even know you were supposed to edit the film. I thought you just showed what came out of the camera.