This is like February 2020 with absolutely no public awareness of what would hit within weeks. the current tariffs are still 20pts higher than where they were a month ago.

honestly, this is like February 2020 with absolutely no public awareness of what would hit within weeks (bonus – full thread starting Feb 2, 2020 for those who have any interest in watching a profoundly mishandled slow-motion trainwreck day by day: https://t.co/bewiFY9GSg) https://t.co/mbjjD8xGiz pic.twitter.com/OICJraFzlv — John P. Hussman, Ph.D. (@hussmanjp) May 4, 2025 (sigh)Tariffs went …

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Unraveling the Financial Complexities of Medicare Advantage: Overspending Concerns, Profit Incentives, and Advocacy for Consumer Awareness

While premiums and benefits have improved for beneficiaries, the financial mechanisms behind these plans raise concerns. Medicare Advantage companies, funded by the federal government, are incentivized to manage policyholders’ risks, potentially leading to overspending and profit-driven practices. The push for Advantage plans during open enrollment is linked to commission structures favoring brokers, contributing to a …

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Washington state grocery store chain prompts customers to donate to ‘DEI awareness’ at the checkout

A Washington State grocery chain is prompting customers to donate to ‘DEI awareness’ as they checkout. Photos obtained by FOX News show a self-checkout screen at a Haggen Food and Pharmacy — a chain owned by grocery giant Albertson’s — asking customers: ‘Would you like to donate to help advocate for DEI awareness?’ It suggests …

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