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Road Rage 101: ShrinkFlation
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- ROAD RAGE 101
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- Apr 14, 2026
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- 3266
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Colokum Craft Coffee Use the Promo Code [WSMG15] For 15% of any purchase through June 2026 Boomer Bunker Dischord Become a Bunker Dweller Aaron Kickstarter Help Aaron with his Spicy Kickstarter 532 Road Rage 101: ShrinkFlation NATIONAL DAY: NATIONAL EX-SPOUSE DAY BIRTHDAY: PETE ROSE (1941–2024) – MLB ALL-TIME HIT KING AND CONTROVERSIAL LEGEND THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1956 – AMPEX DEMONSTRATES THE FIRST COMMERCIAL VIDEOTAPE RECORDER --- SHRINKFLATION HITS HARD A new study finds shrinkflation is quietly driving grocery costs up by as much as 74% for families, as manufacturers reduce package sizes while keeping prices the same or higher. Consumers are paying more while getting less, often without realizing it at the checkout. This isn’t just inflation—it’s deception with better packaging. At some point, people stop blaming “the economy” and start noticing who’s actually shrinking the box while charging full price. --- KELLY’S COMMENT SPARKS BACKLASH Arizona Senator Mark Kelly is drawing criticism after making remarks suggesting he wouldn’t want an all-white crew on a space shuttle, including himself in the statement. The comment has ignited debate over race, representation, and political messaging. When you try to make a point about diversity and end up sounding like you’re disqualifying people based on race, the message gets lost fast. In today’s climate, even self-deprecating comments can land like a political grenade. --- IRAN WARNS OVER GULF TENSIONS Iran is threatening retaliation against Gulf ports following reports of a potential U.S.-led blockade strategy, escalating tensions in an already volatile region. The warning signals possible economic and military consequences if actions move forward. Blockades aren’t just strategy—they’re provocation. Once you start choking…