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If the Economy Is Still Good, Why Are Americans So Grumpy? - Chart-Talk Analysis

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the paradox of a thriving American economy and low public confidence in this 53-minute conference talk from the Aspen Ideas Festival. Delve into Steven Rattner's analysis, featuring charts from his MSNBC "Morning Joe" appearances and New York Times op-eds, as he examines key economic indicators such as low unemployment, rising incomes, and stock market strength. Gain insights into the disconnect between positive economic data and negative public sentiment, and understand the factors contributing to Americans' economic pessimism despite favorable conditions. Learn about the averted debt default and the absence of a predicted recession, while considering the complex relationship between economic metrics and public perception. Engage with this thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional understanding of economic sentiment and its underlying causes.

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Chart-Talk: If the Economy Is Still Good, Why Are Americans So Grumpy?

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The Aspen Institute

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