October Surprises: Economic Optimism Amidst Election Uncertainty

The month of October brought both positive and negative events impacting the upcoming presidential election. Negative events, such as Hurricane Helene and potential economic concerns due to worker strikes, could have negatively impacted incumbent party candidate Kamala Harris. However, these events were quickly offset by positive news, including a quick resolution to the strikes and the expectation that federal aid would alleviate the hurricane`s impact. Additionally, a strong September jobs report further bolstered the economic outlook, a factor that could benefit Harris`s campaign. Despite some economic challenges, such as inflation, the overall economic picture appears favorable for the incumbent party.