Staff Reports
The Biden-Harris administration continues to face the wrath of inflation, with prices soaring higher than a turkey in full flight on Thanksgiving. Despite economic woes, media outlets like CNBC have attempted to gaslight Americans into believing that Thanksgiving dinner is now more “affordable,” only to ignore the drastic rise in prices since President Donald Trump’s term. The absurdity of the situation can hardly be overstated, especially after a post by pollster Frank Luntz went viral, drawing attention and criticism for its dubious claims regarding meal costs.
According to this cheerful CNBC report, the average cost for a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 is a staggering $58.08, which apparently marks a drop of 5% from last year. But let’s not kid ourselves; this cheerful interpretation glosses over the glaring fact that a 5% reduction doesn’t mean a thing when prices are still up nearly 20% from just five years ago. If anything, it paints a perfect picture of a government that spins figures like a Thanksgiving platter spinning out of control.
Luntz’s comments, which suggested that Americans are somehow enjoying a cheap Thanksgiving feast, led to an avalanche of skepticism and incredulity on social media. One has to wonder, with grocery bills skyrocketing, who on Earth can pull off this “historically affordable” gathering that Luntz claims? The reality is that with soaring grocery costs, one might feel like they’re funding a holiday banquet for a small army rather than a simple family dinner.
CNBC Put Out Quite the Post on Thanksgiving Prices for This Year
https://t.co/qJP062fNDq— Townhall.com (@townhallcom) November 28, 2024
Moreover, the report fails to mention that while some items might have seen price decreases, others have gone up. Dinner rolls and stuffing are now about 8% pricier than last year, while sweet potatoes and whole milk managed to experience drops in price. Though some items might be cheaper, that turkey isn’t going to season itself, and the overall picture shows that Americans are still feeling the sting of rising prices across the board. It’s almost as if the article deliberately cherry-picked data to paint a rosy picture when reality tells a much different story.
When the administration pats itself on the back for “lower” prices while ignoring the staggering increases in other essential expenses—such as gas prices and rent—it truly highlights the disconnect between elite narratives and the everyday struggles of American families. The reality remains that even if certain foods might be slightly cheaper, the holistic view of holiday expenses continues to rise, causing many to question the economic competence of the Biden-Harris duo. For many, it’s not about comparing turkey prices to 1987 levels but about making ends meet in a climate where inflation reigns supreme.
