Yes you do. Hyperinflation in the price of fishing rods isn't that important. Not everyone needs to fish. However, everyone needs healthcare and housing, and most think an education increases your chances of making a better wage. So much so that people have been willing to go into massive debt and risk bankruptcy over all three.JohnStOnge wrote:No I don't. Inflation in key areas is part of the overall inflation picturekalm wrote:
And once again, you ignore hyperinflation of key areas like healthcare, home prices, and education.
Also, how do household debt and savings compare to the golden age?
Wouldn't you rather see people hold on to that money and perhaps be less dependent on the government and even perhaps apply it toward entrepreneurial endeavors?
Just because the middle class has large flat screen TV's doesn't mean they are better off, John.