The number to recall four years from now
If you claimed you voted for the incoming administration because of The Economy, remember this number: 343. If you felt The Economy was the issue, remember this number: 343.
On the day of the election, inflation was 3% (okay, it was 2.7%). Unemployment was 4% (yeah, I know, 4.1%). Also, consider GDP growth was 3% (actually 3.1%).
Let’s see how it goes. I’ll check back with you later.
Ed Dassow
Lombard
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