A new poll released today shows that one of President Biden’s core demographics is struggling to make ends meet. The poll, conducted by ABC News and the Washington Post, found that four in ten Americans say they have gotten worse off financially since Biden became president. This is the highest number of Americans reporting financial struggles in 37 years of polling.
The poll also found that Biden’s support among Black voters has dipped since October, according to a new Bloomberg/Morning Consult poll. This is a concerning trend for the Biden administration, as Black voters were a key demographic that helped him win the presidency in 2020. The poll found that 20% of Democrats in the seven swing states polled support Republicans, which is another worrying sign for the Biden administration as they try to maintain control of Congress in the upcoming mid-term elections.
The poll results highlight the challenges that the Biden administration is facing as they try to navigate a difficult economic landscape. With rising inflation, supply chain disruptions, and ongoing labor shortages, many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. The administration will need to find ways to address these issues quickly if they want to maintain the support of their core demographics and avoid further losses in the upcoming elections.
Economic Challenges Facing Biden’s Core Supporters
Analysis of Current Economic Struggles
A new poll conducted by NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist shows that the economy remains the top issue for voters, with 62% of Americans saying that it is a major concern. However, it is Biden’s core supporters who are struggling the most to make ends meet. According to the poll, 68% of Americans making less than $50,000 per year say that they are struggling financially, compared to 47% of those making more than $100,000 per year.
The rising cost of living is a major factor in the financial struggles of Biden’s core supporters. The same poll shows that 89% of Americans say that prices for food and consumer goods are worse than they were a year ago, and 82% say the same about gas prices [1]. The availability of jobs has improved compared to a year ago, but many jobs are low-paying and do not provide benefits such as health insurance or paid time off.
Impact on Upcoming Elections
Biden’s core supporters are a crucial demographic for the upcoming midterm elections, and their financial struggles could have a significant impact on the outcome. If they are unable to make ends meet, they may be less likely to turn out to vote, or they may be more likely to vote for candidates who promise to address their economic concerns.
Biden has proposed several policies aimed at helping low-income Americans, including a $15 minimum wage, expanded access to affordable healthcare, and increased funding for education and job training programs. However, these policies face opposition from Republicans, who argue that they will lead to job losses and higher taxes.
In summary, Biden’s core supporters are facing significant economic challenges, including rising prices and low-paying jobs. These challenges could impact the upcoming midterm elections and the success of Biden’s policy proposals.
Comparative Political Landscape
Biden vs. Trump: Policy Outcomes
The political landscape has been highly polarized since the 2016 US presidential election, which saw Donald Trump, a Republican, win the presidency over Hillary Clinton, a Democrat. Since then, the United States has seen a shift in policy outcomes, with many of the policies enacted by the Trump administration being reversed by the Biden administration.
Biden and Trump have vastly different policy agendas. Biden’s policy agenda includes raising the minimum wage, increasing taxes on the wealthy, expanding access to healthcare, and investing in clean energy. On the other hand, Trump’s policy agenda included cutting taxes, reducing regulations, and increasing military spending.
One of the most significant policy differences between the two administrations is their approach to healthcare. Trump sought to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, and replace it with a new healthcare plan. However, his efforts were unsuccessful, and the ACA remains in place. In contrast, Biden seeks to expand access to healthcare by lowering the eligibility age for Medicare and offering a public option for healthcare.
Another area of significant policy difference is climate change. Trump withdrew the United States from the Paris Agreement, which seeks to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. In contrast, Biden has made climate change a top priority, rejoining the Paris Agreement and pledging to invest in clean energy and reduce carbon emissions.
Overall, the policy differences between the two administrations are vast, and the outcomes of those policies have been significant. The Biden administration’s policies have sought to address income inequality, expand access to healthcare, and combat climate change, while the Trump administration’s policies focused on deregulation, tax cuts, and increased military spending.