Partisan divide shapes economic outlook despite resilient growth
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Americans' views on the economy diverge sharply along partisan lines, with Democrats more optimistic and Republicans more pessimistic, according to new data from YouGov.
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Objective economic indicators like job growth and inflation don't fully align with these partisan perceptions.
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Media choices and negative tone in economic coverage may partially explain this partisan split.
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The actual economy shows resilience - 2022 GDP growth beat expectations and the 2023 outlook is positive.
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Inflation is slowing, and strong job market and consumer spending underpin economic optimism for 2024.