Originally Posted by
ReadOnly7
I wouldn’t say it’s HUGE! According to 2017 data, which is the most recent I could find, there are 143.3 million taxpayers in the US.
There were $29 billion in grants for the airlines. That’s about $200 each. That isn’t exactly gonna bankrupt anybody. I realize it’s a bit more complicated than that, but you’re rather dramatic.
100 Billion is just chump change LOL. Last go around was 60 Billion and the next one will likely be 30-40 Billion along with loans which may or may never be repaid.
https://www.businessinsider.com/airl...uybacks-2020-3