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Why 59% live paycheck to paycheck now.
Episode 17413th February 2026 • Solving America's Problems • Jerremy Alexander Newsome & Dave Conley
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59% live paycheck to paycheck—worst since Depression. Political funding truths revealed. Summary: 59% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, the worst since the Great Depression. Former Congresswoman Marie Newman breaks down the income gap and its causes, shares her transition out of office. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley hit on political funding, defense spending, and mental health's tie to gun ownership.

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  1. (00:00) Income gap hits hardest – 59% live paycheck to paycheck since Depression
  2. (01:53) Congress exit exposes gaps – office transition reveals funding flaws
  3. (03:16) Action falls short – final thoughts show defense spending ties
  4. (04:35) Lessons ignored daily – mental health links gun ownership truths

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