đ¨ Why This Election Could Shape the Future of America đ¨
Imagine a world where everyday goodsâfood, clothing, electronicsâbecome drastically more expensive for everyday Americans. Thatâs one of the risks behind Donald Trumpâs recent proposal to replace income taxes with a steep tariff system, like a 20% flat tax on imported goods. It might sound bold, but the problem is this: tariffs are a consumption tax, and they impact low-income Americans the hardest.
Hereâs why: working-class families already spend nearly all their income on essentials. Price hikes on goods they rely on would drain even more of their budget. Meanwhile, wealthier households, who can save and invest more, would feel the impact far less.
Zooming out, weâre on the brink of massive changes as AI and automation reshape the job market. Millions of jobs could shift or disappear entirely with the advent of AGI (Artificial General Intelligence). And while the wealth gap has widened over decades, it could explode if these policies take hold, pushing us closer to a future of stark inequalityâa world where opportunity is accessible only to the few.
â Do we choose policies that ensure technology benefits everyone? â Or do we plunge into an era of extreme inequality, resembling something out of Cyberpunk or Elysium?
Kamala Harris may not be everyoneâs ideal candidate, but sheâs offering a more balanced, fairer path forward. And when you look at the alternative, the choice becomes clearer.
This election isnât just about politics. Itâs about the basic fairness we want in our society and setting a course that will shape our economy for decades. If youâre thinking about sitting this one out, reconsider.
đłď¸ Vote like your future depends on it. Because, honestly? It might.