[dragnet2]

Today, the average American household spends less than 3.5 percent of its budget on clothing and shoes – under $1,800. Yet, we buy more clothing than ever before: nearly 20 billion garments a year, close to 70 pieces of clothing per person, or more than one clothing purchase per week.

Did they tell ya in old America a married couple could buy a brand new home on one single income? And there was plenty of money left for shoes, medical, vacations etc. Try that in today's America.

[Vaden]

Did you read that from Mother Jones??

Did you know that in 1960, a brand new home was a fraction the size they are today with far fewer amenities. Today’s Americans think they need 5 bedrooms, rec rooms, island bars, stainless steel fridges, spa showers, and 2 car garages. Today’s Americans also usually have several credit cards, several smartphones/tablets/computers, and several cars and trucks. Not to mention all the myriad other gadgets and conveniences. It’s really hard to overspend on one income.

You may be ready to give up on the greatest economic system ever devised, but I’m not.