At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability

[Zincwarrior]

Trump had a rally yesterday where he called concerns about prices and the economy. Instead he mocked the concerns, fed lies about prices falling, and did a combo of his usual complaints. Strangely I don't think this tact is going to do anything but cheer his declining base.​

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At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability​

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/09/trump-affordability-pennsylvania/

What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest-hits campaign speech.


MOUNT POCONO, Pa. — He had charts that he read from, touting economic data. The stage around him was filled with signs reading, “Lower Prices Bigger Paychecks.” He introduced Pennsylvanians who he said had more take-home pay because of his policies.

But if he was supposed to launch a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages, President Donald Trump didn’t hesitate to veer off course.

He mocked the word “affordability,” touted how high the stock market had risen and said Americans didn’t need so many pencils. He launched into a number of digressions to disparage the country of Somalia, the concept of climate change and the news media in the back of the room.

Trump spoke from a 1,200-capacity ballroom at the Mount Airy Resort and Casino in the Pocono Mountains for what White House officials have suggested would be a kickoff to promote Trump’s economic policies — and an attempt to wrangle an issue that has become a political liability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Instead, the 90-minute speech was a greatest hits of his campaign trail appearances — complimenting the power of his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and “the lips that don’t stop” of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — with occasional nods to the current economic anxieties. He promoted his trade policies, without speaking to the impact they’ve had on consumer prices, and he promised lower energy costs.
“We inherited the highest prices ever, and we’re bringing them down,” he said several times.

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

 

[1srelluc]

In truth "Mah Affordability" is just a red-herring that the MSM told the vile dems to run with to gaslight the US public to cover for the disastrous policies of the Biden administration and all the fraud that is coming to light in blue run areas like MN.

 

[martybegan]

Trump had a rally yesterday where he called concerns about prices and the economy. Instead he mocked the concerns, fed lies about prices falling, and did a combo of his usual complaints. Strangely I don't think this tact is going to do anything but cheer his declining base.​

​

At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability​

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/09/trump-affordability-pennsylvania/

What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest-hits campaign speech.


MOUNT POCONO, Pa. — He had charts that he read from, touting economic data. The stage around him was filled with signs reading, “Lower Prices Bigger Paychecks.” He introduced Pennsylvanians who he said had more take-home pay because of his policies.

But if he was supposed to launch a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages, President Donald Trump didn’t hesitate to veer off course.

He mocked the word “affordability,” touted how high the stock market had risen and said Americans didn’t need so many pencils. He launched into a number of digressions to disparage the country of Somalia, the concept of climate change and the news media in the back of the room.

Trump spoke from a 1,200-capacity ballroom at the Mount Airy Resort and Casino in the Pocono Mountains for what White House officials have suggested would be a kickoff to promote Trump’s economic policies — and an attempt to wrangle an issue that has become a political liability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Instead, the 90-minute speech was a greatest hits of his campaign trail appearances — complimenting the power of his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and “the lips that don’t stop” of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — with occasional nods to the current economic anxieties. He promoted his trade policies, without speaking to the impact they’ve had on consumer prices, and he promised lower energy costs.
“We inherited the highest prices ever, and we’re bringing them down,” he said several times.

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

If you want to talk about affordability talk about all the taxes and fees added to things like gas, diesel, electricity, transportation, transactions and everything else in blue states/cities.

 

[elektra]

Trump is a great man. I am not surprised democrats feelings get crushed every time they hear, TRUMP. Democrats are weak, they act as if Trump killed their emotional support cat.

 

[wamose]

The liberal media found a new scam to use to trash Trump, affordability. But after you have an explosion of inflation like we did under Biden, it will never go back to the pre Biden stability. It's like when Carter fabricated the gas shortage. The prices went through the roof and never went back to pre shortage pricing. So Trump, holding the line at Biden's inflated prices, is the best we can hope for, and that's exactly what he's doing.

 

[Seymour Flops]

Trump had a rally yesterday where he called concerns about prices and the economy. Instead he mocked the concerns, fed lies about prices falling, and did a combo of his usual complaints. Strangely I don't think this tact is going to do anything but cheer his declining base.​

​

At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability​

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/09/trump-affordability-pennsylvania/

What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest-hits campaign speech.


MOUNT POCONO, Pa. — He had charts that he read from, touting economic data. The stage around him was filled with signs reading, “Lower Prices Bigger Paychecks.” He introduced Pennsylvanians who he said had more take-home pay because of his policies.

But if he was supposed to launch a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages, President Donald Trump didn’t hesitate to veer off course.

He mocked the word “affordability,” touted how high the stock market had risen and said Americans didn’t need so many pencils. He launched into a number of digressions to disparage the country of Somalia, the concept of climate change and the news media in the back of the room.

Trump spoke from a 1,200-capacity ballroom at the Mount Airy Resort and Casino in the Pocono Mountains for what White House officials have suggested would be a kickoff to promote Trump’s economic policies — and an attempt to wrangle an issue that has become a political liability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Instead, the 90-minute speech was a greatest hits of his campaign trail appearances — complimenting the power of his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and “the lips that don’t stop” of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — with occasional nods to the current economic anxieties. He promoted his trade policies, without speaking to the impact they’ve had on consumer prices, and he promised lower energy costs.
“We inherited the highest prices ever, and we’re bringing them down,” he said several times.

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

If Trump told a bunch of lies in his speech, why not publish the exact quotes of his lies? Why nine paragraphs accusing him of lying, but only one actual quote?

This is the only direct quote from trump.In your post:

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

The first sentences hyperbole, which is pretty silly to fact check. But you are welcome to provide evidence that he is wrong.

The second sentence is nothing but true. I have a 403b, instead of a 401k, and it is making me money. i understand that part of that is the hyperinflation we had under Biden. But the growth rate has more than doubled inflation. I did my homework in choosing the fund. So maybe not everybody it is experiencing that level of success. But the stock market is definitely going up.

I'm not sure your point here.Other than "I don't like Trump."

 

[Zincwarrior]

If you want to talk about affordability talk about all the taxes and fees added to things like gas, diesel, electricity, transportation, transactions and everything else in blue states/cities.

I think the American voter is more interested in the cost of coffee, electricity, beef, cars, clothing, healthcare, and vegetables that THEY are buying.

MAGA is literally falling into the same hole the Biden voters fell in. Except inflation and unemployment are rising, not falling.

 

[Zincwarrior]

If Trump told a bunch of lies in his speech, why not publish the exact quotes of his lies? Why nine paragraphs accusing him of lying, but only one actual quote?

This is the only direct quote from trump.In your post:

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

The first sentences hyperbole, which is pretty silly to fact check. But you are welcome to provide evidence that he is wrong.

The second sentence is nothing but true. I have a 403b, instead of a 401k, and it is making me money. i understand that part of that is the hyperinflation we had under Biden. But the growth rate has more than doubled inflation. I did my homework in choosing the fund. So maybe not everybody it is experiencing that level of success. But the stock market is definitely going up.

I'm not sure your point here.Other than "I don't like Trump."

I posted the article I don't post two hour rants. Thats you guys.

 

[Superbadbrutha]

Trump had a rally yesterday where he called concerns about prices and the economy. Instead he mocked the concerns, fed lies about prices falling, and did a combo of his usual complaints. Strangely I don't think this tact is going to do anything but cheer his declining base.​

​

At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability​

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/09/trump-affordability-pennsylvania/

What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest-hits campaign speech.


MOUNT POCONO, Pa. — He had charts that he read from, touting economic data. The stage around him was filled with signs reading, “Lower Prices Bigger Paychecks.” He introduced Pennsylvanians who he said had more take-home pay because of his policies.

But if he was supposed to launch a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages, President Donald Trump didn’t hesitate to veer off course.

He mocked the word “affordability,” touted how high the stock market had risen and said Americans didn’t need so many pencils. He launched into a number of digressions to disparage the country of Somalia, the concept of climate change and the news media in the back of the room.

Trump spoke from a 1,200-capacity ballroom at the Mount Airy Resort and Casino in the Pocono Mountains for what White House officials have suggested would be a kickoff to promote Trump’s economic policies — and an attempt to wrangle an issue that has become a political liability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Instead, the 90-minute speech was a greatest hits of his campaign trail appearances — complimenting the power of his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and “the lips that don’t stop” of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — with occasional nods to the current economic anxieties. He promoted his trade policies, without speaking to the impact they’ve had on consumer prices, and he promised lower energy costs.
“We inherited the highest prices ever, and we’re bringing them down,” he said several times.

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

You can't make this ish up Zinc.

 

[leftwinger]

//* No problem for dirty Comgress. Squad leading the way in Grifting *//

Crockett “raised eyebrows over her Federal Election Commission filings that showed she spent nearly $75,000 of donor money on luxury hotels, transportation and security this year in cities across the U.S.”

“Crockett’s filings show luxury hotel and transportation expenses in Martha’s Vineyard, Chicago, New York City, Las Vegas, San Francisco and Los Angeles, among other major cities, despite representing Texas’ 30th Congressional District, which includes Dallas.”

Crockett also spent about $50,000 on security, which is rich when you consider her position on policing the little people.

 

[martybegan]

I think the American voter is more interested in the cost of coffee, electricity, beef, cars, clothing, healthcare, and vegetables that THEY are buying.

MAGA is literally falling into the same hole the Biden voters fell in. Except inflation and unemployment are rising, not falling.

you don't think taxes and fees on gas and diesel impact those things?

Or surcharges on your electric and gas bills?

or tolls and road taxes on trucks?

 

[Nuthin' Fancy]

WTF happened to "DAY 1"?

10 months later, Trump and his cult are still blaming Biden?
Affordability is a hoax, so why is Trump claiming he will fix it?

 

[dudmuck]

The liberal media found a new scam to use to trash Trump, affordability. But after you have an explosion of inflation like we did under Biden, it will never go back to the pre Biden stability. It's like when Carter fabricated the gas shortage. The prices went through the roof and never went back to pre shortage pricing. So Trump, holding the line at Biden's inflated prices, is the best we can hope for, and that's exactly what he's doing.

 

[Fort Fun Indiana]

Trump had a rally yesterday where he called concerns about prices and the economy. Instead he mocked the concerns, fed lies about prices falling, and did a combo of his usual complaints. Strangely I don't think this tact is going to do anything but cheer his declining base.​

​

At the first stop on his affordability tour, Trump mocks affordability​

https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/09/trump-affordability-pennsylvania/

What was supposed to be a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages was instead a greatest-hits campaign speech.


MOUNT POCONO, Pa. — He had charts that he read from, touting economic data. The stage around him was filled with signs reading, “Lower Prices Bigger Paychecks.” He introduced Pennsylvanians who he said had more take-home pay because of his policies.

But if he was supposed to launch a speaking tour to connect with Americans struggling with higher prices and stagnant wages, President Donald Trump didn’t hesitate to veer off course.

He mocked the word “affordability,” touted how high the stock market had risen and said Americans didn’t need so many pencils. He launched into a number of digressions to disparage the country of Somalia, the concept of climate change and the news media in the back of the room.

Trump spoke from a 1,200-capacity ballroom at the Mount Airy Resort and Casino in the Pocono Mountains for what White House officials have suggested would be a kickoff to promote Trump’s economic policies — and an attempt to wrangle an issue that has become a political liability ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Instead, the 90-minute speech was a greatest hits of his campaign trail appearances — complimenting the power of his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and “the lips that don’t stop” of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt — with occasional nods to the current economic anxieties. He promoted his trade policies, without speaking to the impact they’ve had on consumer prices, and he promised lower energy costs.
“We inherited the highest prices ever, and we’re bringing them down,” he said several times.

“We’re getting inflation — we’re crushing it, and you’re getting much higher wages,” he said. “I mean, the only thing that is really going up big, it’s called the stock market and your 401(k).”

Sure, because he would have to admit he is lying about the economy, otherwise.