Summary:
The book explores the challenges faced by the middle class and working families who struggle with economic pressures despite overall economic growth. It delves into the disconnect between rising productivity and stagnant wages, addressing policy failures and market dynamics that contribute to the financial squeeze on average citizens.
Key points:
1. Middle-Class Squeeze: Bernstein highlights how stagnant wages, rising costs, and policy choices favoring the wealthy are straining the middle class.
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