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Americans are losing spending power, say researchers: Most can no longer afford a 'minimal quality of life' (www.cnbc.com)

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[–] kibiz0r@midwest.social 24 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Fuck. That’s the least tone-deaf financial reporting I’ve seen from a major outlet in a long time. That can’t be a good sign.

[–] Sciaphobia@sh.itjust.works 16 points 2 days ago

The cynic in me thinks they are just trying to steer attention away from the protests. People weren't taking to the streets to protest shit wages. Would have been reasonable if they did, but attention there is attention somewhere protests weren't occurring.