In the face of growing criticism, former President Donald Trump stands by his track record regarding the economy. However, many critics believe he is making the same errors as Joe Biden did, focusing on positive elements that don’t match the feelings of average voters.
The latest polling data suggests troubling signs for Trump and his supporters. According to an AP-NORC survey from December 8, a staggering 70% of adults consider the current state of the U.S. economy to be ‘poor.’
Furthermore, Trump’s approval rating concerning economic issues has plummeted to 40%, showing a marked decline from earlier this year.
Kush Desai, a spokesperson for the White House, argued that there really is ‘no comparison’ to previous administrations. Experts highlight that voters are faced with mixed economic signals and are looking for more genuine engagement and acknowledgment of their struggles.
Political strategists warn that presidents need to strike a careful balance between recognizing hardships and projecting a positive outlook; hammering on the negatives can undermine confidence among the electorate.
Costas Panagopoulos, a political science professor at Northeastern University, explained, ‘In that sense, the positive news fails to resonate with many Americans who perceive the issues in their own lives differently.’
Trump declared, ‘After 11 months, our border is secure, inflation has stopped, wages are up, prices are down, our nation is respected, and we are standing stronger than ever. We are ready for an economic boom like none the world has seen before.’
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