White House Bullish on Economy Despite Partisan Doubts
• Economy grew 3.1% between Q4 2021 & Q4 2022, inflation falling rapidly, job market still strong • White House increasingly confident economy can largely speak for itself going into 2023 • Officials tout tight labor market, robust consumer spending, rising wages as fueling growth • Aim is getting Americans to notice economic gains while pushing policies that benefit middle class • Challenge is overcoming partisan views and lingering pessimism about economy and personal finances