The United States is no stranger to strikes. Recently, we’ve seen dock workers at ports across the country exercise their right to protest for better wages and working conditions. But it’s not just the dock workers feeling the squeeze. The average American citizen has been dealing with the effects of high inflation for the past three years, with little relief in sight. If you haven’t received at least a 20% pay raise during the Biden/Harris administration, you’re essentially taking home less than you were three years ago, thanks to the rising cost of living.
So, what’s causing this inflationary pressure? A significant part of the problem is wasteful government spending, which has ballooned in recent years. The U.S. government has spent recklessly, contributing to inflation and making everyday life more expensive for regular citizens. Maybe it’s time for the American people to take a page from the dock workers’ playbook and demand accountability and change.
Inflation: The Unseen Tax
Let’s face it—inflation is the stealth tax that no one talks about enough. It’s quietly eroding your paycheck, making it harder to afford basic necessities like groceries, gas, and housing. Over the past three years, we’ve watched inflation soar while wages have largely remained stagnant. Unless you’ve been lucky enough to score a 20% or higher pay raise, you’re probably feeling the pinch.
The inflation crisis has been exacerbated by the government’s inability to get its spending under control. Trillions of dollars have been thrown around, and much of it hasn’t gone toward improving the lives of everyday Americans. Instead, we’ve seen wasteful spending on a massive scale, from questionable foreign aid packages to inefficient domestic programs that do little to stimulate the economy.
And who pays the price? You do. Every time you fill up your gas tank or buy groceries, you’re paying more because of poor government management of the economy.
The Citizens’ Bargaining Power
Just like the dock workers who went on strike to demand better wages and conditions, the American public has bargaining power. And it’s about time they used it. How? Through the one thing the government relies on most—your tax dollars. Without the revenue generated from taxes, the government can’t continue its wasteful spending spree. So, what if Americans decided to stop paying their taxes until the government got its act together?
Yes, it’s a radical idea, but desperate times call for desperate measures. If the U.S. government isn’t held accountable for its fiscal irresponsibility, the average citizen will continue to bear the brunt of its mistakes. Dock workers have shown that striking can lead to real change. Why not apply that same principle on a national scale?
What Would an Audit of the Government Reveal?
One thing is clear: it’s time for a full audit of the U.S. government’s finances. The American people deserve to know where their hard-earned money is going. After all, we’re the ones footing the bill for this bloated government.
An audit could reveal how much of our money is being wasted on inefficient programs, unnecessary foreign aid, and bloated bureaucracies. It’s likely that a substantial portion of federal spending could be better allocated to things that actually improve the lives of Americans, like infrastructure, healthcare, and education.
A government audit would also serve as a wake-up call to elected officials. It’s easy to spend recklessly when there’s no transparency. But once the public can see where every dollar goes, it becomes much harder for politicians to justify wasteful expenditures.
Mandatory Raises Tied to Inflation
It’s not just about government waste, though. Inflation has put an incredible strain on working families, and the private sector isn’t exactly rushing to help. One way to protect Americans from inflation would be to make it mandatory for businesses to increase wages by a minimum of the annual inflation rate. This way, your paycheck keeps pace with the rising cost of living, and you don’t find yourself falling behind every year.
If the government can’t control inflation, the least it could do is require businesses to help their employees keep up with it. While some companies have offered cost-of-living adjustments or raises, many have not. A nationwide policy ensuring that wages increase in line with inflation would prevent American workers from losing purchasing power over time.
It’s also a matter of fairness. Corporations continue to see profits soar while workers struggle to make ends meet. By tying wage increases to inflation, the government can ensure that workers are fairly compensated for their labor, and the economy doesn’t suffer from stagnant wages.
Taxpayer Strike: What Would It Look Like?
So, what would happen if Americans refused to pay taxes until these issues were addressed? Such a move would send a clear message to Washington: fix the problems, or you won’t get paid. No tax revenue means no government spending, and that would force lawmakers to finally make some tough decisions.
Of course, refusing to pay taxes is easier said than done. The IRS has a long arm, and the consequences for non-payment are severe. But that doesn’t mean citizens are powerless. If a national conversation about taxpayer accountability gained traction, it could lead to significant changes in how our tax dollars are spent.
Americans should demand a full audit of government spending and insist that businesses raise wages to match inflation. If the government refuses to listen, citizens should explore all their options, including legal forms of protest and mass civil disobedience.
The Role of the Biden/Harris Administration
A lot of the blame for the current inflationary mess falls on the Biden/Harris administration. In just three years, we’ve seen inflation soar, and government spending spiral out of control. Sure, the administration has made some moves to address inflation, but the results have been underwhelming at best.
Instead of offering real solutions, Washington seems more focused on continuing its wasteful spending habits, all while pretending that inflation isn’t devastating the wallets of everyday Americans. It’s time for the administration to take responsibility and offer concrete solutions that don’t involve passing the buck to future generations.
It’s Time for Action
The American people have had enough of high inflation, stagnant wages, and wasteful government spending. If the government won’t take responsibility for the economic mess it’s created, then it’s time for the citizens to step up and demand accountability. Whether through a tax strike, a full government audit, or legislation mandating annual wage increases tied to inflation, it’s clear that something has to change.
Dock workers know the power of a strike. Maybe it’s time for the rest of us to follow their lead and use our collective power to demand real change from a government that seems more interested in lining its pockets than taking care of its citizens.
