https://freerepublic.com/tag/misanthropex/ en-us Wed, 8 Jul 2026 02:20:33 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4387114/posts Ninety-five per cent of Americans believe the US is suffering an affordability crisis, as many report trouble with the rising cost of groceries and gas, according to a survey, conducted by Harris Poll. Despite stable employment and record-high stock markets, more Americans believe the overall economy is getting worse (57%) than in February (46%), when the poll was last conducted and before the war in the Middle East sent gas prices soaring. Fewer people today also believe the economy is getting better (16%, compared with 28% in February) and more say their financial security has gotten worse. Even rural Americans,... The Guardian https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4387114/posts#comment Wed, 8 Jul 2026 02:20:33 GMT