DoorDash doomerism misses the point: We’re richer but lonelier

Published February 5, 2026 2:00pm ET



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A year into Donald Trump’s second stab at the presidency, and affordability remains the No. 1 priority for voters. The New York Times has conveniently found the culprit of the electorate’s dissatisfaction with the cost of living: DoorDash!

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