The economy is not broken for everyone. It works just fine for the ultra-rich, corporate lobbyists, and the politicians who protect them. But for working families, it feels like the deck is stacked against us. Wages have stagnated for decades while costs for housing, healthcare, and everyday essentials have skyrocketed. Families are working harder than ever, yet they’re falling behind. That’s not by accident — it’s the result of policies written to favor the wealthy and well-connected over regular people.

We need an economy that rewards work, not just wealth. That starts with raising wages, protecting union rights, and closing the tax loopholes that let billionaires and multinational corporations off the hook while working people foot the bill. It also means ensuring that jobs come with good benefits, secure retirement, and predictable schedules so people can plan their lives. If you work hard, you should be able to build a good life, support your family, and retire with dignity. That’s not too much to ask. It should be the bare minimum.