Navigating Third-Party Challenges and Housing Market Instability

This chapter examines the hurdles that third-party candidates face in the American political landscape, particularly those from non-traditional backgrounds. It also highlights the current housing market turmoil caused by rising interest rates, which is pushing buyers, especially upper middle-class individuals, away from home ownership. The discussion further elaborates on the effects of adjustable-rate mortgages and the financial pressures Americans are experiencing across various sectors.