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Citizens Subsidizing US Debt: Patriotic or Public Deception?

 

The Illusion of Debt Donations 

It may sound patriotic “chip in a few dollars to help with the national debt.” But the reality is far different. Over nearly 30 years, total donations now accepted through platforms like Venmo and PayPal have amounted to just $67 million. 

That’s less than the interest paid on the debt in two hours. Meanwhile, the national debt has skyrocketed past $36.7 trillion, growing at an exponential pace. These voluntary contributions do nothing to stop the policies that created the debt in the first place. 

The Debt Machine Keeps Running 

Since 2010, the national debt has surged by 87%, climbing from around $13 trillion to today’s record levels. No donation page can reverse a system built on: 

  • Borrowing 
  • Inflation 
  • Currency devaluation 

Governments are incentivized to spend more, tax in hidden ways, and quietly erode the value of your money. Citizen donations only help sustain this debt-addicted system without addressing the root cause. 

The Real Solution: Sound Money Strategies 

If you truly want to protect your wealth and preserve financial freedom, symbolic gestures won’t cut it. The solution lies in a sound money system one that prevents governments from inflating away your savings. 

That means choosing physical gold and silver. 

  • They maintain value when fiat currency weakens. 
  • They are outside government control. 
  • They can’t be canceled with a keystroke. 

By converting government-issued fiat into tangible assets, you can start a peaceful financial revolution one household at a time. 

Building Local Sovereignty 

Sound money is only one pillar of true resilience. Lynette recommends preparing for economic uncertainty by building local sovereignty in: 

  • Food 
  • Water 
  • Energy 
  • Security 
  • Barter ability 
  • Wealth preservation 
  • Shelter 
  • Strong community ties 

A well-prepared, connected community can do far more for your long-term stability than sending a payment to the Treasury. 

Educate, Advocate, Act 

The public must understand the truth about the fiat money system and central bank behavior. Decentralized, community-based action not government-controlled “solutions” is the key to enduring financial security. 

This doesn’t mean putting blind faith in cryptocurrencies or complex “stablecoin” systems that require engineering expertise to understand. If the money is so complicated that everyday citizens can’t grasp it, you can bet someone is taking advantage. 

The Bottom Line 

The debt-based system thrives on your participation whether you donate to the national debt, hold only fiat currency, or invest in instruments tied to the same system. The path to wealth preservation and economic collapse preparation lies in tangible, decentralized assets like physical gold and silver, paired with strong local preparedness. 

 

Call to Action: 

 Don’t subsidize a broken system. Take control of your financial future today with sound money strategies that protect your wealth from inflation, devaluation, and government overreach. Contact Zang Enterprises to learn how to prepare with physical gold and silver and start building the foundation for lasting financial freedom.