Americans have mixed perceptions of the Biden administration's economic record, with many expressing skepticism about the positive claims made by the administration. This article from The Messenger highlights the disconnect between the Biden administration's portrayal of a strong economy and the experiences of everyday Americans. The article argues that people's perceptions of the economy are shaped by their personal experiences over the past two years, rather than just the recent improvements.
One of the main concerns raised in the article is the issue of high inflation. Americans are feeling the impact of rising prices, which is affecting their ability to save and handle unexpected expenses. The article criticizes the Biden administration's claims of job creation, stating that the increase in jobs is largely due to the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and the loss of jobs during the shutdowns.
The article concludes by stating that many Americans, including those who voted for Biden, do not trust him to handle the economy effectively. It highlights the need for the administration to address the concerns and perceptions of the American people in order to build trust and confidence in their economic policies.
President Joe Biden faces the challenge of a wide gap between the strong U.S. economy and public perception. The economy is getting stronger, but people still feel negative about it. The article discusses the discrepancy between the underlying health of the economy and how the public perceives it.
A new article from Northern Public Radio (WNIJ) titled 'Americans are sour on Biden's handling of the economy. The media may be to blame' sheds light on the dissatisfaction expressed by Americans regarding President Biden's handling of the economy. Despite data showing a booming economy, public opinion does not reflect this positive outlook. The article suggests that the media may be playing a role in shaping public opinion on the economy.
The article raises questions about the media's influence on public perception of the economy and highlights the discrepancy between the data indicating a strong economy and the negative public opinion. However, it does not provide specific names, numbers, or dates to support these claims.
Another article from World Time Todays titled 'The media isn't kidding - and don't call her Shirley' discusses the media's portrayal of the American economy and illegal immigration. The article criticizes the media for downplaying the strength of the economy and exaggerating the issue of illegal immigration. The author argues that the media is biased in favor of the Democratic Party and is spreading false information. The article also mentions specific examples of liberal news organizations and Democratic mayors warning of a refugee crisis, while MSNBC anchors and the New York Times opinion pages deny its existence. The author suggests that the media's bias is driven by the interests of the elites who trust federal officials and believe that the economy is strong. The article concludes by urging readers to be skeptical of the media's narrative and to question their credibility.
A recent article from NewsRadio 740 KTRH titled 'The Left media now blaming Americans for tanking Biden economy' highlights the Associated Press's analysis blaming 'affluent Americans' for the economic struggles of 'Bidenomics' and delaying potential rate cuts from the Fed. The analysis ignores Biden's overspending, sending billions to Ukraine, and nixing the Keystone Pipeline project. Economist Vance Ginn attributes the economic issues to taxes, overspending, debt, and money printing under Biden. The media's support for the administration contrasts with growing frustration among Americans, with the economy being their biggest concern. The Fed recently announced that inflation is not at levels that would allow for rate cuts [74c2cae5].
In a related analysis, Dean Baker from CEPR argues that negative media portrayal of the economy significantly harmed Kamala Harris's campaign during the 2024 election. Exit polls indicated that the economy was a top voting issue, with voters who rated the economy poorly favoring Trump. Baker points out that while individuals often feel financially secure, they perceive the national economy as poor, influenced by partisan views. He notes that despite record levels of air and road travel indicating consumer spending and a 13.2% rise in real wages for the lowest earners from 2019 to 2023, media narratives focused on negative economic stories overshadowed these positive data points. Baker concludes that misleading reports on job markets and economic crises made it difficult for Harris to succeed in her campaign [1fafc5b9].
It is evident that Americans' perception of the Biden economy clashes with the administration's claims. The media may be contributing to this disconnect by shaping public opinion on the economy. This highlights the need for the Biden administration to address the concerns and perceptions of the American people in order to build trust and confidence in their economic policies.