Kris Burek of Pennsylvania reads out her electricity bills. Same usage, she says, but a nearly 70% price hike. She's not alone. It is the "number one topic of discussion," she adds, as power prices are putting a squeeze on household finances. She calls on policymakers to move beyond partisan divides and introduce practical measures so that affordable electricity is no longer just a slogan. "People are hurting and need help," Kris concludes.