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Should we rethink how we talk about the American economy?

On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti

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The Economic Divide: Perception vs. Reality

This chapter examines the dissonance between reported economic prosperity and the financial struggles faced by many families. Through personal anecdotes and diverse caller perspectives, it highlights the impact of rising costs on everyday life and the generational concerns regarding future economic stability. The discussion also addresses how inflation, wage stagnation, and political partisanship shape individual economic experiences and sentiments.

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