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Jul 24, 2023

“Average” doesn’t mean typical

“Bidenomics” has declared the U.S. to be in a period of economic growth. But most everyday Americans don’t feel that way. Plus, student loan repayments start this fall and businesses report soft landings that indicate no recession, at least on the immediate horizon.

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“Average” doesn’t mean typical — Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty Images

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Are Americans ready to start paying student loans again?
by Samantha Fields
Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images
Student loan payments will resume this fall, but a new study from TransUnion shows that many people have taken on new debt in the meantime.
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Why the messaging around “Bidenomics” might not be working
by David Brancaccio and Alex Schroeder
Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images
President Joe Biden wants to highlight the strong U.S. economy. But the headline numbers don’t necessarily reflect day-to-day life.
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The Team

David Brancaccio Host
Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Ariana Rosas Producer
Jordan Mangi Digital Producer
Jesson Duller Media Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director
Nick Esposito Media Producer
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Olie D'Albertanson Producer, BBC

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“Average” doesn’t mean typical

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Segments From This Episode

Are Americans ready to start paying student loans again?

Why the messaging around “Bidenomics” might not be working

The Team