Imagine if your neighbor got a tax break of $5,000 while you paid exactly the same amount in taxes with no help — that’s the kind of unfair advantage large corporations are receiving under the Biden administration.

The official narrative from the White House suggests these measures aim to stimulate economic recovery by supporting major industry players. Yet, underneath the surface, a more sinister trend emerges: small businesses, which form the backbone of our economy, are being pushed out.

Consider how it feels when you work hard but can't compete with someone who's getting extra help from their parents or has access to better resources than you do. That’s what many entrepreneurs feel as they face insurmountable competition from corporations that receive exclusive tax breaks and subsidies while bearing fewer regulatory burdens.

Think of it like your household budget: if your significant other received a bonus every month but you didn’t, could your household thrive? Probably not without making tough choices. The same is true for small businesses struggling to stay afloat when their competitors get such financial advantages.

This isn't just about today’s economy; this policy has generational implications. Small business owners are the lifeblood of our communities and job creators for future generations. By stifling these entrepreneurs, we’re jeopardizing economic opportunities for young people starting out in their careers or looking to start businesses of their own.

I did not want to believe this was happening until I saw it with my own eyes. My late husband always said that fair play is the foundation of a strong economy. What are we doing when we allow such favoritism?

Small business owners don’t have lobbyists or deep pockets in Washington, D.C., yet they’re bearing the brunt of policies designed to prop up big businesses instead of fostering growth across all sectors.

I just want people to understand that this isn't an abstract debate. Every time a local coffee shop closes down because it can't compete with corporate chains getting special perks from the government, we lose something precious in our community.

The next generation deserves better than this rigged system. They deserve fair competition and equal opportunities to build their dreams just like those before them did.