General Discussion

74% at the time of this post doing better. I really thought that maybe I was whistling into the wind posting the data that shows most Americans are doing better now than pre Covid. And I thought maybe I was just being crass to those who are struggling.

The negative stories get the headlines, and they even get the most threads here on DU. But the fact is, real wages are higher now than in 2019. That means that most people can afford more today than in 2019. Wage growth has been incredible and for the first time in generations, the working class are actually getting ahead.

None of this means we should lack compassion for those struggling and who need help. There are still too many people barely getting by or not getting by in this country. But Joe Biden's polciies are the answer IMO. Every time he speaks, every time his government adjusts some rule, or he signs a new law, it's aim is clearly to help regular people. And it appears to be working.

Thanks to everyone who participated.

Crime is at or near record lows too, but that rarely gets any attention either.