Why Trump Has an Affordability Problem
Project Syndicate • 12/23/2025 – 12/26/2025
Summary
Americans are concerned about inflation and the affordability of basic goods and services. Commentary on the issue has been more heated than informative. The article questions how much blame the president deserves and what actions he could take to avoid electoral challenges in November 2026.
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