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Thanksgiving Affordability Concerns Rise Amid Economic Discontent

11/24/2025

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Rising grocery prices and economic pressures push Americans like Cat Hill from Hornby, New York toward Thanksgiving affordability concerns.
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed affordability is improving.
A University of Michigan survey shows consumer sentiment at 51 out of 100 in November.
Polls reveal widespread disapproval of his handling of the economy.
Democrats gain traction by focusing on economic worries, highlighting the disconnect between Trump's actions and everyday struggles.

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Story summary

Rising grocery prices and economic pressures push Americans like Cat Hill from Hornby, New York toward Thanksgiving affordability concerns.
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed affordability is improving.
A University of Michigan survey shows consumer sentiment at 51 out of 100 in November.
Polls reveal widespread disapproval of his handling of the economy.
Democrats gain traction by focusing on economic worries, highlighting the disconnect between Trump's actions and everyday struggles.