Holiday Joy Soured by High Prices, Poll Finds
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A new CBS News poll reveals most Americans hold a negative view of the U.S. economy. This sentiment is especially sharp during the expensive holiday season.
CBS News correspondent Lana Zak reports on how people, particularly in the Midwest, are coping. She is gathering firsthand accounts of the strategies families use to manage higher costs for gifts, food, and travel.
The economic pressure is forcing difficult choices. Many are adjusting traditions and spending habits to balance celebration with financial reality.