Is there any way that we can remove the IF from that statement? Would make things much easier. And COULD should be replaced by WILL if it is not too much asked. These are only small details, but details are important too me.
Why focus on the nominal risk free rate instead of the difference between the risk free rate and the appropriate measure of inflation? Perhaps because it makes good headlines for the public... What are you being sold? Note the disparaging and inflammatory language. You're being sold the feeling of outrage, ladies and gentlemen. This is why the language is dumbed down - nuance and subtleties are irrelevant, they just want the emotional reaction that the intended conclusion will provoke. Reflect any time your emotions are engaged. If someone is engaging your emotions, they are trying to control you. Usually, though not always, in order to sell you something. Applies both in and out of the market.