Why do so Many Americans Think the Economy is Bad When the Data says Otherwise?

Talk about a disconnect.

Unemployment is near record lows. Job creation is robust. The economy is growing, driven by healthy consumer spending. And the stock market has hit record highs.

Yet surveys show that Americans are disgusted with the economy. And President Joe Biden, seeking reelection in November, is feeling the public’s agitation.

Biden has struggled to convince voters that the economy is strong — or that he deserves any credit for his economic stewardship.