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(Sneakflation: an economic term that describes subtle ways businesses raise prices without increasing the sticker price of a product)

Sneakflation

Trump thinks that tariffs will bring salvation
and riches for most across his nation,
but - fact is - costs are rising
and it's not so surprising
that this problem is known as "sneakflation".

The raising of prices is pernicious.
To consumers, it all looks suspicious.
But the POTUS doesn't care
if he continues to err
and the backlash could be loud and vicious.

Folks, you might as well have a libation
while you shout "What the heck!" and "Tarnation!"
No use saying a prayer
to avoid this nightmare.
He so clearly deserves condemnation.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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