Why do Americans pretend they're not broke when most Americans are in debt?

https://lemmy.world/post/34514071

Why do Americans pretend they're not broke when most Americans are in debt? - Lemmy.World

Lemmy

We have a very materialistic and consumeristic culture and we shame the poor.
It’s actually curious to read this comment while several others state how they could manage to pay their debt, but they choose to be in debt because it’s somehow convenient for them. I believe them, it’s just curious because anyone could say the same.
are you talking about the comment mentioning it makes financial sense to not pay off their mortgage?