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Most Americans report trouble affording groceries and gas

A Guardian-linked Harris survey found 95% of polled Americans say the US is in an affordability crisis.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Emerging Markets

About 57% of polled Americans also believe the economy is worsening, according to a Harris survey conducted for The Guardian that highlights strain from rising grocery and gas costs.

The Guardian reports that 95% of respondents said the US is suffering an affordability crisis.

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Guardian EconomicsHalf of Americans struggle to afford groceries and gas, exclusive poll finds

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