The problem is, as always, it's the poorest who are hurt most. Despite the fact that we're constantly told, "We're all in it together" (what a lot of patronising rubbish that is - no politician or banker will be wondering where the next penny is coming from, or be struggling to feed the kids) it's the social security budget which is really suffering. Benefits are being cut so that people who are too disabled or ill to work will struggle. Those who can't afford housing will struggle. Thousands of public sector workers will lose their jobs - and how will they find other jobs in the present climate?
There are already strikes and blockades in France. I can't see it will be too long before they're repeated here. And all because greedy people in high positions and who were already extremely high earners, took more than their share.
Life is unfair - or is it people who are unfair?
I think both life and people can be unfair. The saying "the poor will get poorer and the rich will get richer" definitely holds true. It's unfortunate but it will probably always be that way because the people who make all the major decisions are the people with all the money. Therefore, they will always be the ones to benefit.
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