How much would the Green New Deal cost you? More than you can afford
Bottom Line: The irony about AOC’s Green New Deal along with her typically socialistic redistributive economic approach to policy – is that only wealthy Americans could afford her plan. Since you’re listening to me it’s unlikely you ever thought the framework of her Green New Deal was viable, but just in case and as an important piece of information to share with the well-intended but woefully ignorant with which you converse...
According to a study by the Competitive Enterprise Institute it would cost the average Floridian the following:
- Year 1: $70,000
- Years 2-5: $45,000
- Subsequent years: $37,000 per
Sound good to you? With the average Floridian earning around $50k per year I’m guessing not so much right? This paints the specific picture of the incredible absurdity that is this plan. It also shows how little credibility media outlets who painted it as being viable are when it comes down to it. This is as viable as “free” food for everyone, “free” college for everyone, $20 minimum wages, etc. None of it is viable. Any questions?