[Outgoing Mail]
Oct 24, 2025 | Postscape #034
The Trump Administration’s policies are characterized by their unapologetic approach and a vigorous application of executive power to implement significant (often contentious) reforms. Among the most notable effects on everyday Americans are increased costs stemming from tariffs, reductions in government assistance for at-risk communities, and intensified political and social discord related to immigration and cultural matters.
Economists and major retailers continue to indicate that tariffs act as taxes on U.S. businesses and consumers, raising prices on imported goods. Forecasts reveal that tariffs will lower long-run GDP and wages, potentially causing significant lifetime losses for middle-income households. Additionally, the rapid implementation of tariffs has created policy uncertainty, discouraging business investment and hiring.
Hippo, Kentucky (and the surround areas) are likely to feel the significant effects of this administration’s blunt 2025 policies, particularly regarding healthcare, social programs, and rising costs. Proposed cuts to essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP threaten the region’s economic stability, especially given its high poverty rates. Local businesses will face financial setbacks, and increased tariffs will raise prices for essential goods, impacting household budgets. Additionally, cuts to the Appalachian Regional Commission could harm community projects and schools, leading to a double negative effect of rising costs and diminished social safety net programs.
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https://www.kentucky.com/opinion/editorials/article306974826
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