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His optimism is based partly on his conviction that Trump’s policies will fail to restore American manufacturing to its past glory and raise living standards, which will create space for a different approach.
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The North Korean elite in Pyongyang – whose support is crucial to maintaining national stability, despite Kim’s near-absolute power – appear to be enjoying a higher living standard than previously, with more access to modern technology and amenities.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Then unlimited human creativity invents new jobs that deliver more value overall, and living standards rise.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025
These youth protesters oppose the Ruto government over living standards, often blatant government corruption, and its heavy hand toward demonstrators.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 22 Oct. 2025
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John Cassidy, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
The North Korean elite in Pyongyang – whose support is crucial to maintaining national stability, despite Kim’s near-absolute power – appear to be enjoying a higher living standard than previously, with more access to modern technology and amenities.
—Will Ripley, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Then unlimited human creativity invents new jobs that deliver more value overall, and living standards rise.
—Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025
These youth protesters oppose the Ruto government over living standards, often blatant government corruption, and its heavy hand toward demonstrators.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 22 Oct. 2025
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“Living standard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/living%20standard. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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