I think he is talking about Taxifornia or how ever you spelled it. I feel for you.
We have high taxes here too.
It's the reason my car's down. Just paying normal bills leaves almost nothing for extra things like old cars.
Home, and Flood insurance. Property Tax to parish and city. Car insurance one of the highest in the country. Sales tax is almost 10% and we also pay it on mail orders. Member's helped me a few times with Summit codes.
Us old guys also have medical bills.
It is going to take me into the 8th month, of 2025 to brake even. And have car funds.
You racers really spend some dough.
I am always thankful when someone passes me a coupon. Or I find a deal.
Like the OP the heat is a killer.
It's not political it just life.
I see many moving to places with less living expenses.
AZ. Not sure i could donthe heat. Tennessee looks like good choice and friendly people too.