Posted on 12/27/2023 9:50:46 AM PST by davikkm
As the United States strives to regain a sense of normalcy after the pandemic, a growing financial concern is looming over the nation. According to Bloomberg, the cost of living has surged in various aspects, with groceries marking a 25% increase, used cars seeing a staggering 35% climb, and rents escalating by approximately 20%. While daily routines may have returned to a semblance of pre-pandemic normalcy, the financial burden on Americans is far from abating.
A recent CNBC report reveals that a staggering 74% of Americans are currently experiencing stress due to their financial situations. The reasons behind this financial strain are multifaceted, encompassing a range of economic factors that are pushing the cost of living to unprecedented heights.
(Excerpt) Read more at citizenwatchreport.com ...
cspan has what? 10 viewers?
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