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March 28, 2024
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Summary

  • Brookings expert William A. Galston reviews four recent polls of U.S. voters on the economy, comparing Biden and Trump on their economic records.
  • Sixty-five percent of voters rate the economy as good during Trump’s presidency, compared to 38% under Biden.

Overview:

This commentary from Brookings expert William A. Galston reviews four recent polls from U.S. voters on the Biden and Trump economies. Voters remain pessimistic about the economy, despite recent improvements to the U.S. economy. Inflation and high prices are top concerns among voters' assessment of the U.S. economy.

Key Quotes:

  • "President Biden continues to get low marks for his handling of inflation. Overall, only 35% of voters approve of his handling of this issue. Among Hispanics, just 34% approve; for young adults, 28%; among lower-income voters, 29%."
  • "These recent polls are a snapshot, not a forecast. Much can change between now and Election Day, as it has in the past. In 2012, for example, President Obama faced negative economic ratings and low consumer confidence early on. But as the year went on, voters’ sentiments improved, and Obama went on to defeat Mitt Romney in the fall."

This is a brief overview of William Galston's insights on American voters and the 2024 U.S. election. For complete insights, we recommend reading the full article.

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