You already know that the economic numbers are distorted–Americans have direct experience with the economy, so no matter what the “official” government numbers say, the facts on the ground dominate our perceptions.
Tell people all you want that they are better off, and if their money runs out before their month does, they know it.
To a certain extent, the same thing is true with crime, although thankfully, fewer of us have direct experience with being assaulted.
#NOW National Guard spotted at the bag checks on Columbus Circle NYC Subway Station
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— Oliya Scootercaster 🛴 (@ScooterCasterNY) April 4, 2024
Nearly 80% of Americans say they worry about crime because, well, crime is out of control, although not yet at 1970s levels. We see the disorder in our cities, feel the anxiety that this causes, and can’t…
