Why Affordability Feels Out of Reach | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 23, 2026 · 2m

Everyday life feels unaffordable for millions, as soaring costs at the grocery store, gas pump, and bills hit home. Experts and lawmakers agree that while supply, demand, and interest rates matter, the real game-changer is whether compound interest is working for you—or stacking up debt against you. The Problem Solvers Caucus and the Cato Institute surprisingly align on key fixes: slashing the deficit, speeding up energy projects, and loosening housing rules to build more homes. Both support smarter immigration and economic growth—but Cato pushes back on subsidies and tax credits, favoring…