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politics1 year ago•9 min saved

Reevaluating the American Dream Amidst Political Shifts

The article explores the decline of faith in the American dream, highlighting how Donald Trump's presidency has shifted US politics towards a zero-sum mentality, where resentment and division overshadow idealism and unity. It discusses the Republican Party's transformation since Trump's rise, the disillusionment with traditional political ideals, and the increasing influence of "dark money" in politics. The piece suggests that the US is moving away from its foundational ideals, with many Americans feeling left behind by economic and social systems that seem rigged against them.

via The Guardian US|

#americandream #economicinequality #immigration

lifestyle-and-society2 years ago•3 min saved

"Everyday Anomalies That Seem Too Absurd to Be True"

Twitter users have highlighted various normalized aspects of daily life that feel like scams, ranging from the grind of work-life balance, the struggle to afford basic necessities, to the absurdity of pet rent and convenience fees. Other grievances include the exploitation of charity for tax deductions, the pressure to tip at markets, the societal expectation to apologize, the beauty industry's manipulation, the wealth gap, costly parking at hotels, expensive healthcare, the pink tax, and the illusion of unlimited PTO. These frustrations reflect a broader discontent with systemic issues in society.

via BuzzFeed|

##economicinequality #everydayscams