The Harris Surge: Is Inflation Really a Deciding Factor?

Initially, Biden trailed behind Trump in the polls, with voters unhappy about inflation. However, after Biden hypothetically dropped out and Harris became the Democratic candidate, she surged ahead of Trump despite inflation remaining relatively unchanged. This raises questions about whether voters hold Harris less accountable for inflation than Biden. Some speculate that voters might blame the president more directly for economic issues, giving the vice president some leeway. Others suggest that Biden`s declining popularity might be due to personal factors rather than solely the economy. This unexpected turn of events benefits Harris, who, as a fresh face, avoids carrying the burden of Biden`s perceived failures. Interestingly, even during the 2022 midterms, high inflation didn`t significantly harm Democrats, suggesting that economic dissatisfaction might not necessarily translate into votes against the party in power.