The latest sources poll indicates that the economy remains a top concern for voters, with 37% citing it as the most critical issue in determining their presidential support. During the State of the Union Address, Joe Biden highlighted his economic achievements, referring to the post-pandemic recovery as a remarkable success story. He emphasized the creation of 15 million new jobs in three years, record-low unemployment rates, rising wages, and decreasing inflation.
However, economist Kevin Hassett, former chair of the Council of Economic Advisers in the previous administration, offered a contrasting view. Hassett pointed out that while there has been job growth since the pandemic, the increase is not as substantial as claimed. He also criticized the current administration for neglecting the impact of inflation on the economy.
