It was the economy, stupid
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The 2024 presidential race was significantly influenced by economic issues; Donald Trump defeated Kamala Harris, leading Republicans to gain control of the Senate and House; Voter surveys indicated the economy and illegal immigration were key concerns; Inflation was a major issue, with voters dissatisfied with rising prices; Trump's campaign effectively leveraged voter dissatisfaction, asking if voters were better off than four years ago; Democrats focused on economic growth and wage gains, but appeared disconnected from voters' realities; A 'K-shaped economy' left low-income households struggling; Michael Spence highlighted financial fragility among lower-income households; The Democrats lost control of the inflation narrative; Experts failed to communicate the complexities of the economy; The 2008 financial crisis and the 2021 inflation predictions undermined expert credibility; The election signaled a shift towards a counter-elite, as noted by historian Niall Ferguson.

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https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/it-was-the-economy-stupid/3666445/