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1 in 3 parents say they can't afford back-to-school shopping this year, survey says
(www.fox5ny.com)
this post was submitted on 04 Aug 2024
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yet another article blaming inflation and not corporate greed, while the "advice" is to look for sales and beg money off of family
Inflation is a symptom. Corporate greed is the cause (in this case). They are not exclusive.
things are more expensive
try to buy less expensive things
American Econ 101
That's the advice I see and get every time. The buy less is not allowed for Americans and more or less just used to try and end a conversation.
least expensive things become as expensive as previously "luxury" things
¯\_(ツ)_/¯
profit (except, not you)
It's job creation!
Lays off 20% of workforce