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The deterioration of public infrastructure has profound implications, particularly for lower-income individuals who depend more heavily on these services. A report by the Canadian Union of Public Employees estimated that the public goods and services average about $112,500 in benefits per person. This disparity in resource allocation exacerbates social inequality and limits upward mobility.
Recent data indicates that public servants, such as healthcare professionals in the UK, have seen a real-term pay reduction of over 25% since 2008. The alarming situation is mirrored in the U.S., where infrastructure issues plague essential services, further underscoring the urgent need for increased funding.