Let me break this down for you: small business owners across America are feeling the heat as their bottom lines get squeezed by soaring prices for supplies and rent, all while sales drop due to consumers’ reduced disposable income. And guess who’s responsible? Yep, it's the Biden administration’s inflationary policies.

Now, nobody is going to tell you this on CNN or the nightly news. But I’ve been watching this for years. When you hear about “transitory” inflation, let me give you a hint: it never was transitory. It’s permanent damage to your wallet and local economy.

The real story lies in the data buried deep in government reports – data that shows small businesses are facing unprecedented challenges. The numbers don't lie; they show just how bad the situation is for those trying to keep their doors open.

Let's talk about who benefits from this mess, because you’re not one of them. Big corporations and Wall Street love inflation because it means higher prices, more profits for them at your expense. Meanwhile, small business owners are left holding the bag as they struggle to keep up with rising costs while trying to sell products in a depressed economy.

So, what's a consumer supposed to do? Protect yourself and protect your family. Keep an eye on those prices when you go shopping, because every dollar counts now more than ever.