2025 04 03
Some days you just need a flower. Chicago, Illinois. September, 2024. © Clayton Hauck
Some days you just need a flower. I spiraled last night, attempting to understand how and why we got to where we are; playing the victim and rolling out middle class-ending taxes to somehow level the global playing field? It’s just madness! But the more you pay attention, the madder you get.
Then, my friend reminded me:
Wisconsin voters showed we are not alone in opposition
Give it time and many more voters will see the madness with their own eyes
Of course, economics are wildly complex and I myself am sympathetic to some of the motivations Trump seems to be justifying his actions on — but I can’t help but think the middle class will again pay the price. We paid for globalization through the hollowing out of our cities and now we’ll pay for deglobalization through a complete loss of purchasing power.
It’s impossible to maintain a functioning economy when there’s zero clarity or confidence in what environment you will be navigating a year or two down the road. Should I get into textiles or tech? I have no idea. Maybe you do?
-Clayton
