How much did your 4th of July celebration cost you?

With rising prices and taxes affecting various aspects of our gatherings, let’s take a look at what it cost Minnesotans to celebrate the nation’s most patriotic holiday.

In the aftermath of the recent Fourth of July festivities, it's worth examining the financial implications that affected cookout experiences. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, beer, and hard seltzers saw a 6% rise compared to last year. Grocery prices are 14% higher than they were two years ago.

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has been conducting its survey since 2013, assessing the costs of 12 staple items typically found at cookouts: hamburger buns, chopped beef, potato salad, chicken breast, lemonade, pork chops, cheese, potato chips, ice cream, strawberries, and chocolate chip cookies.

This year, the survey revealed some noteworthy trends. The cost of a classic burger and fries, or potato salad, remained on the higher side due to specific factors. The price of two pounds of beef saw a 4% increase to $11.54, while the cost of potatoes rose by 5% to $3.44 for 2.5 pounds. Hamburger buns soared by a remarkable 17% to $2.26 per unit.

Beer, burgers, and fries, they’re staples of any good cookout. Inflation, taxes, and rising costs are making it harder to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Are we being taxed for our patriotism?

As we reflect on the recent Fourth of July celebrations in Minnesota, it's crucial to acknowledge the financial impact of hosting cookouts during this patriotic holiday. Liberal policies are only making the problem worse. How much should we have to pay for Democrats’ reckless spending and gross mismanagement of our economy?