The Miracle of The Orange 🤡 Economy, Part Infinity
Well, this news broke my heart: Republicans have cut SNAP so far that poor Americans are shoplifting for basics: More Americans report shoplifting as inflation climbs, survey finds "Thirty percent of Americans say they've shoplifted this year, up from 24% in 2024, with many citing financial strain tied to inflation, according to new research from…
While you sleep, the GOP has been busyWell, this news broke my heart: Republicans have cut SNAP so far that poor Americans areshoplifting for basics:More Americans report shoplifting as inflation climbs, survey finds“Thirty percent of Americans say they’ve shoplifted this year, up from 24% in 2024, with many citing financial strain tied to inflation, according to new research from financial site LendingTree. “About 90% of those who admitted to shoplifting cited affordability concerns and the broader economy as among the drivers of their thefts, according to the LendingTree study, which surveyed 2,000 people in early June. ”And here is where my heart broke:“What are people stealing?“Americans are shoplifting everyday essentials, with food and nonalcoholic drinks ranking as the most popular items to steal, the study found. “Clothing and personal hygiene products were the second- and third-most popular items chosen by shoplifters, according to LendingTree. “It might feel like semantics, but shoplifting food seems different from smash-and-grab gangs looting merchandise to fence. This isn’t a kid stealing a comic book or bubblegum; it’s people stealingtoothpaste. People are beingdriven to crime in this economy. If you can, please contribute to you local food banks; it doesn’t have to be a lot, every buck counts. They prefer money so that they can buy in bulk what their clients need. Thank you for all you do, it’s rough out there. About tengrainFully caffeinated with 2X the sugar, unabashedly liberal. An award-winning blogger (Americans United’s First Freedom First).