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American Inflation and Social Issues
An Italian author recounts his observations on the high cost of living, social inequalities, and American pragmatism after returning to the US after six years.
Italian
Italy
EconomyUs PoliticsLabour MarketInflationSocial IssuesUnited StatesCost Of Living
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- What social issues does the author observe during his stay in the US?
- The US, despite its economic strength, still shows significant racial and social segregation, evident in housing patterns and community life, with limited social interaction outside of work and home.
- What example illustrates American pragmatism in the author's narrative?
- American pragmatism is illustrated by the hotel's response to the author's complaint about expensive coffee: they provided a coffee machine for free self-service.
- How does the author describe the impact of inflation on the daily life of average Americans?
- Inflation in the US is significantly higher than in Europe, affecting prices for everyday goods and services, and impacting even the middle class.
- What is the author's main observation about the cost of living in the US compared to Europe?
- The author, after a six-year absence, returns to the US and finds that the cost of living has significantly increased, impacting daily life and social interactions.
- What specific examples does the author give of the high cost of goods and services in the US?
- High costs, particularly for healthcare and dentistry, are a significant burden on many Americans, leading to visible signs of hardship, such as missing teeth.