The Economics Show

Does the economy still matter for elections? With John Burn-Murdoch

Jul 1, 2024
Data reporter John Burn-Murdoch joins Soumaya to discuss the changing relationship between the economy and elections. They analyze how economic sentiment influences voter behavior in the US and UK, mentioning the impact on disaffected Trump supporters and the role of education. The podcast also touches on immigration policies, challenges in the American and British political systems, predictions for Labour and the Tories, recent election results in the UK and US, and emotional hedging in elections.
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