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senseandsensibility

(25,759 posts) Thu Jun 4, 2026, 03:20 PM 23 hrs ago

Poor Scott Bessent is confused and has a question for Democrats [View all]

At his hearing today:" The state of our economy is strong. I defy this side of the aisle (Democrats) to tell me what's wrong with this economy."

So maybe some of you have an answer for poor, confused Scott who just can't seem to understand what is wrong with the economy and why everyone is so upset.

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Poor Scott Bessent is confused and has a question for Democrats [View all] senseandsensibility 23 hrs ago OP

when was the last time he went to the grocery store? When did he last fill up his car with gas? lostincalifornia 23 hrs ago #1

Well, if you want to nitpick senseandsensibility 23 hrs ago #2

Haha, what a good joke. I imagine he hasn't been inside a grocery store or read the news ck4829 23 hrs ago #3

Why do Republicans have to lie?....... Lovie777 23 hrs ago #4

That's because the only people that matter are rich... ananda 23 hrs ago #5

It was better under Biden and they screamed from the rooftops how horrible it was. unblock 23 hrs ago #6

Scott Bessent Net Worth UpInArms 23 hrs ago #7

When you're riding the gravy train, it's probably a pretty good economy. CrispyQ 23 hrs ago #8

Yeah, on average we're all wealthy, Mr. Bessent. sop 23 hrs ago #9

Rent is too damn high. Kid Berwyn 22 hrs ago #10

If I had another billion or two, I might not feel as stressed, Scott. Vinca 22 hrs ago #11

Bessent Real Estate DET 22 hrs ago #12

The only thing about this quote from Bessent that is surprising senseandsensibility 22 hrs ago #13

Perfect Soundbite DET 22 hrs ago #15

Um...healthcare premiums?!! chowder66 22 hrs ago #14

Big one for me senseandsensibility 22 hrs ago #16

Insurance in general Johonny 21 hrs ago #17

High inflation, pitiful job growth, weak GDP growth Wiz Imp 21 hrs ago #18

And record credit card delinquencies senseandsensibility 20 hrs ago #20

Yea, it's a great economy. LisaL 21 hrs ago #19