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American farmers feel let down #shorts
60 Minutes· 2025-11-11 13:12
Nearly 80% of voters in what are called farming dependent counties voted for President Trump in the last election. >> I feel like a lot of American farmers, cattle people, it's a lot a lot of people probably feel let down currently. Now, maybe there's a method to the madness.You know, that's still to be seen. >> Many are now taking their frustrations directly to Republican lawmakers at town halls across the country. I'm about ready to lose my farm. ...
Trump's price problem: 'A covenant has been broken'
MSNBC· 2025-08-13 21:42
Economic Concerns & Political Landscape - The report highlights that over 80% of Americans are stressed about grocery prices [2] - A poll indicates that over three-fifths of voters believe the economy is not doing well, compared to just 37% who think it is [2] - 70% of voters blame Republicans more than Democrats for the current economic situation [2][3] - Nearly half of women surveyed report struggling financially, impacting their view of the political landscape [2] Impact of Policies & Tariffs - The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% on an annual basis in July [1] - Financial experts suggest Trump administration policies are stoking inflation for certain goods and services, with effects expected to become more pronounced later in the year [1] - Economists indicate that tariff and immigration policies are contributing to inflation [1] Democratic Strategy & Opportunities - Understanding women's circumstances and priorities is essential for Democratic campaigns to succeed [2] - The report suggests a need for Democrats to offer bold leadership and solutions to address voters' frustrations and economic struggles [2][3] - Democratic candidates should focus on issues impacting daily lives, such as housing and grocery costs [9]