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Responses from government officials have largely been characterized by superficial measures rather than substantial reforms to alleviate the financial burdens on citizens. Discontent has simmered online, with many advocating for direct cash benefits to stimulate real consumption. Proposals for issuing substantial treasury bonds aimed at subsidizing living expenses remain unimplemented, reflecting a lack of foresight within the municipal administration.
Critics argue that these initiatives miss the mark entirely. Instead of taking meaningful steps to elevate the salaries of the working class, local officials continue to advocate for spending that may only serve as a façade to mask the true economic instability present within Chongqing and beyond.