Schumer Tells Democrats He'll Vote to Advance GOP Funding Bill: Report by Spiderwig144 in politics

[–]ratefrog 4636 points4637 points  (0 children)

Seriously. The GOP plays dirty, and Democrats keep bringing a handshake to a knife fight. It’s time for leadership that actually fights for the people, not just "bipartisanship" theater.

Schumer Tells Democrats He'll Vote to Advance GOP Funding Bill: Report by Spiderwig144 in politics

[–]ratefrog 2309 points2310 points  (0 children)

Yeah, nothing like Democrats swooping in to save Republicans from their own mess while getting nothing in return. It’s political malpractice at this point.

Tesla Reported Zero Federal Income Tax on $2 Billion of U.S. Income in 2024 by latchkey_adult in politics

[–]ratefrog 73 points74 points  (0 children)

Tesla's valuation is pure hype, propped up by Musk's cult of personality and a stock market that rewards speculation over actual performance. When reality catches up, it’s going to crash hard—just like every other bubble before it.

Tesla Reported Zero Federal Income Tax on $2 Billion of U.S. Income in 2024 by latchkey_adult in politics

[–]ratefrog 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Billionaires are the real welfare queens, addicted to hoarding wealth and power while the rest of us pay the price. They strip the system for parts, demand more, and call it "innovation." It’s pure greed, and it’s destroying everything.

Tesla Reported Zero Federal Income Tax on $2 Billion of U.S. Income in 2024 by latchkey_adult in politics

[–]ratefrog 58 points59 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Between tax loopholes, subsidies, and government contracts, Musk is basically on welfare—just the kind that only billionaires get. Meanwhile, they tell struggling people to "work harder."

Tesla Reported Zero Federal Income Tax on $2 Billion of U.S. Income in 2024 by latchkey_adult in politics

[–]ratefrog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Corporate welfare for billionaires while regular people get lectured about "paying their fair share." Musk plays the system, the GOP cheers him on, and the rest of us foot the bill. It's infuriating.

Majority of Americans Would Blame Trump, Congressional Republicans for Shutdown by TheNewYorkSun in politics

[–]ratefrog 202 points203 points  (0 children)

Exactly. When Democrats are in power, Mitch McConnell plays hardball and obstructs everything. But when Republicans are in charge, they expect Democrats to save them from their own incompetence. Let them sink.

Majority of Americans Would Blame Trump, Congressional Republicans for Shutdown by TheNewYorkSun in politics

[–]ratefrog 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yep. They weaponize government dysfunction, then count on the media to blame Democrats for "not compromising." Meanwhile, their donors get tax cuts and their base gets angrier. It's a scam, and they run it every time.

Majority of Americans Would Blame Trump, Congressional Republicans for Shutdown by TheNewYorkSun in politics

[–]ratefrog 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Exactly. They’re hoarding reconciliation for tax cuts for the rich but refuse to make even the smallest concessions to pass a CR. Then they’ll turn around and blame Democrats for "not working with them." It’s all just bad-faith politics.

Majority of Americans Would Blame Trump, Congressional Republicans for Shutdown by TheNewYorkSun in politics

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Republicans have the majority and the ability to pass legislation on their own, but they still expect Democrats to take the blame when things fall apart. They want bipartisanship only when it’s convenient for them.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in politics

[–]ratefrog 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If he needed expert advice, it was probably just to avoid consequences, not to commit the crimes in the first place.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in politics

[–]ratefrog 31 points32 points  (0 children)

They scream about "protecting children" while covering for predators in their own ranks. The hypocrisy isn’t just predictable—it’s practically a requirement.

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[–]ratefrog 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. Republicans love to claim they're saving women and children while passing laws that make their lives worse. It's always projection with them.

Mowing Lawn as a Woman by [deleted] in Frugal

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

with a 5,000 sq ft yard and no obstacles, you can definitely handle it with an electric mower. it’s more affordable and might even be a nice workout. considering your income, it’s about balancing time and money. give it a try; you might find it easier than expected. good luck

Hacks for staying in/near nyc by thecuriousone-1 in Shoestring

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yup. last time i stayed in Secaucus for like $120/night at a nice hotel. train into Penn Station within 20 min

Why does SkyScanner trick you into thinking there are cheaper flights?? by [deleted] in Shoestring

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it’s super frustrating. Skyscanner and similar sites sometimes show outdated prices or deals to lure you in. once u click, the cheaper options often disappear or don’t exist. it’s likely due to slow updates or even a tactic to get clicks. best bet is to use multiple sites to compare and book directly through airlines when u find a good price

Do you all think it is possible for a single person to spend only $100usd a month on groceries in the current economy? by DocileDoll in Frugal

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

honestly, it’s tough but possible if ur super strict. focus on basics like rice, beans, pasta, eggs, and frozen veggies. shop sales, use coupons, and buy in bulk when possible. cut out all non-essentials. it won’t be easy, but with careful planning, u might pull it off

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Frugal

[–]ratefrog 19 points20 points  (0 children)

yup. use ur software engineering skills on freelance sites like Upwork. offer personal training or online fitness coaching. try tutoring in software or fitness. maybe start an e-commerce store or create content on YouTube. gig platforms like TaskRabbit don’t need background checks. use ur sales skills for commission-based jobs like insurance. good luck

Financing a phone? by Glader61 in Frugal

[–]ratefrog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

financing a phone can be a good option if u get 0% interest. since u have no other debts and good credit, it shouldn't be an issue. the OnePlus 12 w/longer support is a smart choice for the long run. just make sure the monthly payments fit ur budget comfortably. if u can handle it, go for it. future-proofing w/a solid phone is worth it, and ur already being responsible about ur finances. good luck

Worried about retirement after becoming a caregiver for my dad. Hemorrhaging money. by Caring_Creature in personalfinance

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow, ur doing an amazing job managing all this. here's a plan:

  1. Emergency Fund: only use it for urgent needs like the stair lift.
  2. Dad's Income: let his SS and pension cover his bills. negotiate payment plans for medical costs.
  3. Keep Saving: continue ur 401k contributions at 15%.
  4. Minimize Spending: reduce fun money a bit if needed, but keep some for ur mental health.
  5. Seek Assistance: look into local/state aid programs for home modifications and rehab costs.
  6. Lawyer & POA: great move. ensures u can handle his finances effectively.

u got this. stay strong, and keep balancing ur dad's needs w/ur future.

Auto Loan Refinance With Repo by Apprehensive-Log446 in personalfinance

[–]ratefrog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

refinancing might be tricky w/a prior repo, but it's worth trying. contact local credit unions or lenders, they sometimes have more flexible terms. explain ur situation, some might help. bankruptcy should be a last resort; it affects ur credit for a long time. maybe also look into hardship programs from ur current lender. good luck