In the 1992 presidential campaign, Bill Clinton’s advisors sensed that despite all the issues that might impact the election – whether foreign, domestic, or personal – the overriding concern was the economy. They were so convinced of this that they adopted a kind of campaign mantra, “It’s the economy, stupid,” and maintained a sharp focus and a clear message that eventually proved a winning formula.
Based on the results of the 2008 election, the economy is apparently still the main priority for most Americans most of the time. Evidently, what matters most is money – despite all the other issues regarding contrasting political ideologies, constitutional theories, foreign policies, social programs, personal and public morality, and various personality factors.Based on the results of the 2008 election, the economy is apparently still the main priority for most Americans most of the time. Evidently, what matters most is money – despite all the other issues regarding contrasting political ideologies, constitutional theories, foreign policies, social programs, personal and public morality, and various personality factors.
