Chapter 2458

Sadly, many Xancentians pushed a false narrative online. They claimed the government didn't care about farmers, arguing that the monthly allowance was only a little over a hundred dollars. They also pointed out that farmers were still taxed in the same year, implying their contributions to the country were significant. So why did retirees in the cities receive thousands of dollars each month and enjoy better medical benefits? Back when Xancent faced a crisis, farmers did indeed pay substantial taxes and make vital contributions. But the elderly in urban areas had made enormous sacrifices too. At that time, the nation was impoverished, lagging in areas like technology and the military while facing restrictions at every turn. Every single Xancentian had to tighten their belt just to get by. Farmers paid taxes, yes—but city dwellers, including teachers and doctors, had portions of their salaries directly deducted to fund national development. Everyone suffered. Even if the current s