Author: Olivia

Ive seen the absurd prices, the crazy medical care and fees, the low low wages, some are forced to rely on tips, even crazier rent, the amount of unhealthy additives thrown into the average product etc. I'm in England, I could go on and on but for what reason do you guys not move out? Is it for family, for debt or your passport doesn't allow you? Thanks.

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