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CNN polling expert marvels at collapse of Democratic advantage with middle class in Trump era
Democrats face declining trust on middle class issues as CNN polling shows Republicans closing the gap, challenging ...
Illinois Remains an Affordable Hotspot for Middle-Class Americans Looking for a New Home
With steady home prices, growing inventory, and supportive state programs, the dream of homeownership is still alive in the ...
The Income Considered Lower-Middle Class in Every State
Does your annual salary place you among the lower-middle class? It depends on the state you live in, according to ...
Madras Matinee movie review: This story of a lower-middle-class auto driver tries to showcase a hero who doesn’t exist
Kaali Venkat, Sathyaraj, Roshini HaripriyanDirector: Karthikeyan ManiRating: ★★When we peruse the newspaper each morning, ...
Do the math: NYC kids are so unchallenged by dumbed-down curriculum they read novels in math class
Families in NYC’s largest district demand math reforms as they’re forced to shell out thousands of dollars for tutors or flee ...
5 Ways Trump’s Prescription Drug Order Could Impact the Middle Class
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at lowering prescription drug prices by tying U.S. costs to the lowest ...
Study shows expanded child tax credit helped middle-class families pay energy bills, but not the poorest
A new study from UCLA Health shows that the 2021 expanded Child Tax Credit helped prevent energy insecurity among ...
Where Do I Fall in the American Economic Class System?
Understanding where you fall in the American economic class system isn't as simple as pulling out a calculator or looking at a pay stub. Various forces shape individuals' economic classes and ...
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No, New Yorkers are not getting the largest middle class tax cut in 70 years
Personal income tax rates for the middle class in New York state have fallen by greater amounts in other years.  Hochul has repeated this claim, but her staff told PolitiFact that she meant to say the ...
Madras Matinee First Review: ‘A Slice-of-Life Glimpse Into Chennai's Lower Middle-Class Lives'
Madras Matinee receives its first review ahead of June 6 release, offering a slice-of-life look at Chennai’s lower middle ...
Lower costs. Lower taxes. The promise of Jersey is at stake. I’m Josh Gottheimer, running for N.J. governor.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer represents New Jersey’s Fifth District and founded the Congressional Problem Solvers Caucus. He’s worked ...
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Unpacking the Middle-Class Social Security Check: What Retirees Can Expect
For many retirees, Social Security benefits form a crucial pillar of their financial security. But how much does the "average ...