American capitalism has taken an apocalyptic turn

Re:American capitalism has taken an apocalyptic turn by bluefirebrand on Thursday June 04, 2026 @07:15PM (#48405963)

> $5583 a month is essentials? This is more than what I spend on my mortgage..... and all my bills.... and all my food.... and I live in SoCal

Is there anything that other households might spend money on that you don't?

Say for instance childcare, or having a second vehicle for a spouse, groceries for a family with children

Your post is pretty light on details about your actual household situation

Personally I don't think $5583 for a family of four (for instance) sounds that outrageous

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Re:American capitalism has taken an apocalyptic turn by hparadiz on Thursday June 04, 2026 @07:47PM (#48406213)

What I'm supposed to write a book to account for every random bullshit scenario to assuage your adhd overthinking?

This shit is exhausting. If you don't want good financial advice move on. I'm not replying to you anymore.

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Re:American capitalism has taken an apocalyptic turn by bluefirebrand on Thursday June 04, 2026 @09:33PM (#48406934)

I really don't know what gave you the impression I needed your financial advice in the first place

Do you think just because I'm concerned about people who are less well off that I must be one? Do you think the only reason I could or should care about poor people is if I were poor myself?

If so, then I truly hope you become a better person in the future

My financial situation is fine though, thanks for the concern. My financial advisor has me all taken care of

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