Economy and Equality Take Center Stage in Contentious 2024 Election

Economy Cost of living and inflation are top concerns. Biden touts low unemployment and stock market highs, but worries persist.

Immigration Republicans attacked Biden's border policies while Democrats accused GOP of obstruction. Contrasting visits to border by Biden and Trump underscored differences.

Equality GOP continues efforts against LGBTQ+ and reproductive rights. Democrats will focus on abortion bans. Black and Hispanic support less certain for Dems.

Foreign Policy Backing Ukraine, Israel-Gaza tensions, Afghanistan withdrawal, could challenge Biden. Trump's NATO skepticism also an issue.

Democracy and Climate Biden warns of threats from Trump to democracy and inaction on climate. Trump denies 2020 loss and human-caused climate change.