#economicissues

The economic conversation among Trump supporters is far from one-sided. Some voters believe current policies will lead to stronger growth and better opportunities, while others remain frustrated by continued financial pressures.

For many Americans, the real measure of the economy is what happens at home: the cost of groceries, rent, mortgages, and everyday necessities. As political discussions continue, economic concerns remain at the heart of the national debate.

There are many thoughts I've had about my lack of sensitivity to suffering over the years. Starving children's commercial is a nuisance on tv not an interest. Natural disasters occur and I'm interested, for like a few weeks. I'm not a heartless person, and my awareness of a need for increased sensitivity for lack in others lives is a starting point for progression I believe, but how did I get here?

There are many things we  are trained to do in society. Do well in school, get a good job, start a business even, get married, have a family. There are many things businesses influence us to do. Spend money on clothes, outings, toys, random trinkets and decorations. We are even told that if we do these things we are better than others. But, the reality of it all, we NEED very little as human beings. Food, water, clothing, shelter, a sense of purpose, love. These things are essential in human growth and development. But, somehow our wants have become needs so much so that we no longer know how to identify GENUINE needs in our lives or the lives of others.

I thought this was going to be a complicated topic but its not. We don't know what needs are anymore. We strive for things that don't satisfy because essentially, they are not needed. We don't recognize the benefits of assisting others with needs, why? Because we NEED too much. We are never satisfied. How can a person who feels like they are constantly missing something feel comfortable giving to those who have genuine needs unmet?  We give grudgingly, or sparingly, if at all.