‘I have no financial safety net’: I’m 66, rely on Social Security and have $500 in savings. What politician speaks for me?
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A large slice of the population is living so close to the edge that macro narratives about tech and productivity are irrelevant to their day-to-day. If your product touches consumer finance or benefits, design for fragility—fees, timing, and small shocks matter more than features.
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