“We the People” elect our Congressional officials, and their impact on economics is vast. Therefore, today we call upon Congress to correct their fiscal behavior or face the consequences of failure. Namely, the consequence of not being re-elected, but instead, replaced with individuals who will serve faithfully the oath of office, always putting America first, respecting the rule of law, and completing the duties of their office with integrity.
The next generation depends heavily on how “We the People” manage our economy. If we allow Congress’ poor fiscal decisions to go unaddressed, the next generation will pay a steep price. It is critically important for every individual to take ownership of our current situation. With every dollar deeper into debt that our Congressional officials feel fine going, the uncertainty of the next generation’s economy is heightened. This is why it is imperative for “We the People” to take responsibility and action. The next generation of Americans will be left to deal with unbearable government debt and exorbitant prices in many consumer categories. The economic outlook for young Americans is bleak; many are faced with a massive pile of school loans, vehicle debt, the inability to afford a home, and many other financial hardships. Each hardship is encouraged by the mismanagement of our economy and the lack of fiscal responsibility by Congressional officials. The economic system as it evolved and adapted has strained the next generation’s ability to easily access certain parts of the market. For instance, with inflation, home prices have risen, as have tuition fees. Therefore, many individuals between the ages of 20 and 40 have a mountain of debt payments to climb before ever thinking about a home or family. The NAR (National Association of Realtors) 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers outlined some interesting trends that the association observed. “First-time buyers now make up just 21% of the market—the lowest share since NAR began tracking in 1981. Before 2008, they consistently accounted for about 40% of home sales.” “Those who do buy are older, too. The median age of first-time buyers has climbed to a record 40—up from the late 20s in the 1980s.” “The share of buyers with children under 18 has dropped to a historic low—just 24% of recent buyers compared to 58% in 1985. Among those households, 11% had one child, 9% had two and only 5% had three or more.” “The median age of first-time buyers is 40—a record high—while repeat buyers rose to a median age of 62. Sellers are following the same trend—the typical age of home sellers this year (2025) is 64, the highest ever recorded.”
What picture do these pieces of information paint? Specifically, the housing market is becoming harder to afford. This isn’t a matter of 1, 2, or even 3 percent, this is a decades-long hike in housing affordability for newcomers looking to buy a home. Younger Americans find themselves in a tough spot and we can help them out by holding Congress accountable for its fiscal irresponsibility. We are currently moving away from home affordability, and we have been for decades. The Socialistic ideologies we once fought in foreign nations have subtly crept into our government. Excessive welfare programs that are riddled with fraud have only recently encountered some scrutiny and sadly the will of politicians in D.C. is lacking when it comes to admitting their failure and fixing their faults. These programs incentivize government dependence and have created a massive amount of expenditure, which “We the People” are obliged to pay. Why is this expenditure important to the next generation? If Congress digs deeper into government welfare as the solution to unaffordability, the problem will compound, not cease.
Our economy and the future generation’s economy is highly influenced by the Congressional officials we elect to office. Therefore, let us take our responsibility seriously and stand together on this critical issue. We must hold Congress accountable to bring spending down, stop waste and fraud, and make decisions wisely. If Congressional officials ignore our position and continue to tread their own path, they must face not being re-elected by “We the People.” It is our honor at stake and our duty as Patriots to stand!
My name is Andrew Littrell, and I am privileged and humbled to be the co-founder of Majority Votes alongside our founder, Mike Cantrell. Today’s issue is the 75th Majority Votes issue, a major milestone in the fight to preserve our traditional heritage and values. The founder, Mike Cantrell, and I would like to thank every Majority Votes Patriot for standing up for the United States of America. Patriots like you that believe in our freedom, Country, and Constitution prove that there is always hope for our nation! Thank you to every MVP.
