Presidents are usually measured by the Economy. In fact, it is pretty much the most important measuring stick in an election.
But, the US is part of a global economy that can, and usually does, have a big impact on the US. We have millions of businesses and 330 million people making financial decisions every day that have an impact on the economy. The Fed controls interest rates. Congress passes, or doesn't pass, legislation.
So, how much control do you think POTUS has over the economy?
But, the US is part of a global economy that can, and usually does, have a big impact on the US. We have millions of businesses and 330 million people making financial decisions every day that have an impact on the economy. The Fed controls interest rates. Congress passes, or doesn't pass, legislation.
So, how much control do you think POTUS has over the economy?