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Not because of politics, but because of her pocketbook.
And sure, I care about politics, but what I really care about is mybank account.
Im worried about more handouts for the rich while the rest of us suffer.
I remember when Trump was gunning to get rid of Obamacare, Fran said.
That scared the heck out of me.
Im not getting any younger, and I really dont want to lose it.
Frans worried that a Trump win could mean another push to dismantle the ACA.
I know its popular though, so Im not sure how far hed get.
Still, its a concern.
But with those cuts set to expire in 2025, shes feeling uncertain.
Sure, paying less in taxes was nice, Fran said.
But I keep hearing about how Trump might give a shot to extend these cuts.
Sounds good on paper, but whats the catch?
I mean, Im no economist, but somethings gotta give, right?
Retirement Jitters
As retirement creeps closer, Frans got her eye on Social Security and Medicare.
I really need Social Security to stick around if I ever want to retire.
And trust me, I was ready to retire yesterday!
Any changes to these programs could force her to rethink her entire retirement strategy.
Im not looking to get rich quick, Fran said.
I just want to knowmy nest eggis safe.
Fran believes that Trump is sometimes unstable and that can lead to the stock market also being unstable.
Experts generally say presidents have little direct impact on the stock market.
Everything keeps getting more expensive.
If wages dont keep up which, quite frankly, theyre not were all in trouble.
Shes concerned that Trumps mixed messages on minimum wage could lead to stagnation across the board.
The Final Word
Frans quick to point out that shes not telling anyone how to vote.
Shes just trying to make sense of what a Trump presidency might mean for her monthly budget.
Maybe some people will do great under Trump, I dont know, she said.
But for a regular person like me?
As November approaches, Frans doing her homework.
Shes poring over both candidates economic plans, trying to read between the lines of campaign promises.
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