We warmly congratulate the Davis administration on delivering what may be the most obvious pre-election gimmick in recent history.
Yes—they want you jumping for joy over what experts project to be savings of $11 a month.
Enough for one mixed drink, if you stick to the bottom-shelf.
Enough for an extra gallon of gas, while prices climb to $7 per gallon.
Just enough for a #1 combo from Wendy’s.
And if you’re feeling yourself? Maybe a loaf of bread and a small pack of eggs (not from the Golden Yolk program, of course.)
Here’s the fine print: The PLP put VAT back on medicine, feminine hygiene products, light bills, and school fees. They still refuse to reverse this terrible decision.
The FNM will remove VAT from those categories again, because it’s the right thing to do.
We will also make public transport for students free, provide monthly support to working parents and young people, and invest in the largest housing revolution in 50 years to tackle high rent and construction costs.
Our affordability measures are comprehensive and wide-reaching.
For the PLP, pocket change is just enough.
Under the FNM, real relief is coming.