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I was born in the hiss of rain hitting bin lids, alley light stammering through takeaway foil, a city folded in on itself like damp paper, still trying to write something worth reading. My mother queued at the chemist with hands that twitched from worry and cold. The seagulls here don’t call—they accuse. Everything rusts. Even the truth.

And yet— there’s a strange kindness here. In the eyes of the lad who offers you fire then tells you the council's cut his electric. In the corner shop at midnight where you’re called love even when you look lost. This place doesn’t pretend. It bruises honestly. It breaks. It carries on.

Lloyd Lewis

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Why Do Trump Voters Disagree with Media Narratives? 🤔🗳️

In this video, we examine the disconnect between media representations and the perceptions of Trump voters. Through insightful discussions, we reflect on crucial lessons learned about rural America and the sentiments of the working class regarding their representation in politics. #TrumpVoters #MediaDiscourse #RuralAmerica #PoliticalAnalysis #ElectoralLessons #WorkingClassVoices #ElectionInsights…

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Surviving on Pennies: The Cost of Helping Others in Today’s Economy

Surviving on Pennies: The Cost of Helping Others in Today’s Economy” By A.L. Childers As a licensed health insurance agent, I’ve spent years dedicated to guiding people toward health security, specifically by helping those who don’t qualify for Medicaid but still can’t afford traditional health insurance. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans I work with provide a lifeline to those who would…

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🔍 What is the Deficit, and how does it affect you?

The deficit is the amount the government spends beyond what it collects in revenue (taxes) in a given year.

📈 How Does the 2025 Budget Increase the Deficit?

Massive tax cuts for high-income earners and corporations were extended.

Military and border spending were significantly increased (e.g., $79 billion for border enhancements).

Discretionary domestic spending, especially for social programs and the arts, was cut—but not enough to offset the revenue shortfall and defense increases.

As a result, the Congressional Budget Office and independent analysts expect a substantial increase in the annual deficit, possibly surpassing $1.6 trillion in FY2025.

💥 How Does This Impact Low-to-Mid Income Citizens?

Higher Interest Rates

The government borrows more by issuing Treasury bonds.

This can push up interest rates on loans, mortgages, and credit cards, making it harder for families to afford big purchases or repay debt.

Cuts to Services

To eventually "balance the books," lawmakers may push for future cuts to Social Security, Medicare, housing aid, or education programs—all of which disproportionately benefit people earning under $100K.

Inflation Risk

While not guaranteed, a higher deficit can stoke inflation, especially if borrowing increases faster than economic growth. Inflation hits lower-income households hardest, as a larger portion of their income goes toward food, gas, and rent.

Weakened Safety Nets

If federal debt becomes politically controversial, future Congresses may refuse to fund or expand support programs, even during economic downturns—again hurting lower-income citizens most.

✅ Summary for Facebook:

💸 The new 2025 budget expands military and border spending while slashing support for the arts and education—and it's set to grow the national deficit by over $1.6 trillion.

📉 If you earn under $100K, here's what it could mean for you: higher interest rates, more inflation, and possible cuts to Social Security, healthcare, and housing programs down the road.

💬 Deficits matter—and how we spend matters even more.

#Budget2025 #FederalDeficit #EconomicJustice #Under100k #FinancialAwareness #USBudget #WorkingClassVoices #SocialProgramsMatter #CostOfLivingCrisis #MiddleClassStruggles #DebtAndDeficits #PolicyMatters #TruthInNumbers #EconFacts #PeopleOverPolitics

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