Inflation has raised the cost of basics like rent, food, and gas, and many households say their budgets are worse. This cause focuses on policies that bring inflation back down while easing pressure on everyday expenses. Winning looks like lower annual inflation and real relief on grocery, rent, and energy costs.
Why this matters now
When prices rise faster than paychecks, families lose buying power. That hits hardest for people who spend most of their income on necessities and have little room to cut back.
Polls show “inflation or the high cost of living” is still a top financial problem for many Americans. Seniors on fixed incomes and lower-income households often feel the squeeze first because food, gas, and rent take up a bigger share of their budget.