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Poll: 57% Say Trump Failing in Inflation Battle

12/14/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll shows 57% of voters believe U.S. President Donald Trump is losing the inflation fight.
68% view the economy negatively.
Despite Trump's claim of an 'A+++++' for his economic performance, 48% report tapping into savings for daily expenses.
Trump's dismissal of affordability concerns as a 'hoax' has drawn GOP criticism.
With midterm elections approaching, affordability remains critical for voters.

History

Historical Context

The Great Inflation of 1979, marked by a staggering 13.3% inflation rate, stemmed from earlier economic policies and the 1973 oil crisis. President Jimmy Carter's phased deregulation of oil prices began in April 1979, exacerbating public discontent as 68% of Americans viewed the economy negatively. This period reshaped political priorities and influenced future electoral strategies amid rising concerns over affordability.

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Story summary

A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll shows 57% of voters believe U.S. President Donald Trump is losing the inflation fight.
68% view the economy negatively.
Despite Trump's claim of an 'A+++++' for his economic performance, 48% report tapping into savings for daily expenses.
Trump's dismissal of affordability concerns as a 'hoax' has drawn GOP criticism.
With midterm elections approaching, affordability remains critical for voters.

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