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It is due to what I call the Great Decompression.
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It is due to Great Decompression
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Opinion Article
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{
    "date": "Feb. 11, 2026",
    "topic": "Great Decompression",
    "author": "Jordan McGillis"
}
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Economics
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February 15, 2026 at 3:12 PM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 15, 2026 at 3:12 PM (6 months ago)

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Why the Middle Class Feels Poor
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https://wsj.com/opinion/why-the-middle-class-feels-poor-cdb17587

The article discusses why middle-class families feel less secure than they used to. It attributes this to the 'Great Decompression,' where incomes rise faster for those above the median. This creates a significant gap in lifestyle and social status.

Middle Class Income Inequality Economics Social Status Lifestyle Great Decompression

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