Trump’s tariffs — the biggest middle class tax hike in modern history
I mean, it hurts the middle class, but it's almost certainly dicking over the poor more.
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Yes, but when they get hurt, it's their fault cuz they're poor. But us middle-class people are good innocent people because we can afford enough amenities that escapism isn't required for survival.
Pfft, tell that to my mental illness.
Huh, I'd really love to pick your brain on what you mean by that. My mental illnesses led to distorted realities which led to suicide attempts, so I'd argue that escapism was antithetical to my survival.
For serious, though, if you're comfortable and care to share, feel free to dm me. I'm always interested in how others overcome and survive.
Trump’s tariffs — the biggest ~~middle~~ working class tax hike in modern history
Fixed that for them.
Its gonna be interesting when prices continue to rise but there's no products to buy. Shortages are expected to begin this month.
Yeah, and scarcity will only make it worse.
Remember in 2020 when people were buying pallets of toilet paper and sanitizer for their new "arbitrage" business.
I remember the pandemic all too well lol
The Cost Coalition will be led by a team of veteran operatives who played key roles for Kamala Harris’ unsuccessful presidential campaign:
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So completely unqualified people, gotcha.
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