Groceries, Housing, Utilities, Healthcare and Transportation Now Difficult to Afford for Nearly Half of Americans: Poll

Nearly half of Americans say basic necessities such as groceries, housing, utilities, health care and transportation have become difficult to afford. A new POLITICO Poll conducted by Public First finds that affordability pressures are affecting both daily expenses and long-term financial decisions. source: https://dailyhodl.com/2026/01/07/groceries-housing-utilities-healthcare-and-transportation-now-difficult-to-afford-for-nearly-half-of-americans-poll/