Why Are Americans So Terrified?

American political scientist, author, and entrepreneur Ian Bremmer writes frequently on global political risk. He notes: American consumer sentiment drops to second lowest level since 1952 (pandemic was slightly worse).

Oh come on, people.  What scares you so?

OK, so you:

Panic  as you watch your 401(k) tank; you worry that, after 60 years of hard work and savings that deprived you of leisure, you may die poor.

Have come to understand that each day brings a new level of risk associated with having a criminal sociopath dictating the terms in which the United States conducts business with the other 205 sovereign nations on Earth.

But keep in mind that our leader says he’s a stable genius, and almost half of American voters believe every word he says.