How Will Trump, Clinton Spin 2.9% U.S. GDP Growth?

How Will Trump, Clinton Spin 2.9% U.S. GDP Growth?

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The video discusses the economic projections being 2.9% better than expected and how Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton might use or defend these numbers. It explores Trump's potential claims of rigged statistics and the themes he might focus on, such as weak consumption and corporate investment. The video also examines consumer confidence, Obama's approval ratings, and the disconnect between economic perceptions and reality. Additionally, it highlights Hillary Clinton's financial advantage in the campaign and the role of money in influencing undecided voters. Finally, it touches on early voting trends and party advantages in key states.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might Donald Trump react to the economic numbers being better than projected?

He would praise the Labor Department.

He would ignore them completely.

He would accept them as accurate.

He might claim the numbers are rigged.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key factor that tends to indicate how an election might turn out?

The number of campaign ads.

The number of early voters.

The approval rating of the incumbent.

The amount of money spent by candidates.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the disconnect mentioned in the context of consumer confidence?

Consumers are pessimistic but believe the country is on the right track.

Consumers feel optimistic but believe the country is on the wrong track.

Consumers are indifferent about the country's direction.

Consumers have no opinion on the country's direction.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial advantage does Hillary Clinton have in the campaign?

She has more endorsements.

She has more volunteers.

She has more cash on hand.

She has more media coverage.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which states do Democrats have an early voting advantage?

Iowa and North Carolina

Ohio and Colorado

Florida and Texas

New York and California