Life in New Orleans has never been cheap or easy for the people who call it home. As rent, groceries, and insurance climb higher each year, tens of thousands of residents are finding it harder just to stay afloat. The city’s beauty hasn’t changed, but for many, the cost of living in it has become […]
America is maxed out—and not because people are living large. As of late 2024, U.S. credit card debt crossed a staggering $1.3 trillion, the highest in recorded history (Federal Reserve Bank of New York). But this crisis isn’t just about consumer spending habits—it’s about survival in an economy where wages haven’t kept up, costs keep […]
Tariffs have become a hot topic in political and economic discussions, but what exactly are they—and how do they work? Whether it’s the price of goods at your local store or international trade tensions making headlines, tariffs play a major role in shaping global and domestic economies. This article breaks down what tariffs are, how […]
The Warning Signs Are Flashing Red With the implementation of tariffs globally and the escalation of trade wars, the odds of a recession in 2025 are rising fast. What began as a slow economic cooling — driven by high interest rates, stubborn inflation, and reduced consumer confidence — is now being accelerated by policy decisions […]
Millennials have been called lazy, entitled, and bad with money. They’ve been told to stop buying lattes and start buying homes. But here in 2025, the math doesn’t lie — this generation is working harder, earning less, and paying more than ever before due to the rising cost of living 2025 has brought with it. […]
When the Federal Reserve and Louisiana middle class raises interest rates, headlines usually focus on Wall Street. But here in Louisiana, especially for working families, the Fed’s decisions hit a lot closer to home—from mortgage payments in Metairie to credit card bills in Baton Rouge. In this explainer, we break down what the Fed actually […]
The results of the 2024 presidential election—where Vice President Kamala Harris fell short—reflect a powerful truth that the Democratic Party cannot ignore: It’s the economy, stupid. This phrase, coined by strategist James Carville, has resonated for decades, yet Democrats seem to have lost sight of its significance. In today’s economic climate, where inflation has deeply […]
As the 2024 presidential race heats up, it’s important to recognize that while polls and data offer insights, they don’t always capture the full picture. This analysis reflects my perspective on the state of the race, informed by available data and trends. However, much can still change before Election Day, and any attempt to predict […]
In the decades following World War II, the United States witnessed unprecedented economic growth and prosperity that significantly benefited middle- and working-class Americans. From the late 1940s through the 1970s, the American Dream seemed more attainable than ever. As wages increased, homeownership expanded, and the purchasing power of the average worker was robust. However, this […]
A rogue employee who used the New York Post website and Twitter account to post racist, violent, and sexist headlines has been fired. Several sources close to Ye (formerly Kanye West) said the rapper has a fascination with WWII-era dictator Hitler. A government website selling USÂ Series I savings bonds crashed this week under unprecedented demand.Â
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