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Essay Examines Divide Between Americans' Financial Reality and Performative Wealth

An essay argues that social media and consumer credit create a false image of prosperity among US citizens.

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  1. United in debt: America has become a nation of fake rich people The Hill ·

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  • John Mac Ghlionn