they didn’t talk about how America punishes you for being responsible.
Saved money? Too much to qualify for aid.
Good credit? Here’s a higher car insurance rate in some states.
Stayed at your job? Inflation ate your loyalty raise.
Paid your student loans? No forgiveness for you.
Bought a house? Here’s a 40% property tax increase on your equity.
Didn’t have kids? No tax credits for you.
Had kids? Daycare costs more than your rent.
Every responsible decision has a hidden fee attached to it.
And every time you climb one rung higher on the ladder something comes along and taxes the view.
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