Economist Justin Wolfers Says Trump Policies Are 'Hurting The American People And He Doesn't Want To Admit It,' Instead Calling It 'Fake Inflation'
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Expensive energy could persist for years without conflict resolution
60% confidenceOil prices are well below worst-case predictions of $250-$300 per barrel, currently around $90
60% confidenceCurrent inflation is 'fake inflation' because of fuel and energy prices
60% confidenceWithout a satisfactory resolution to the conflict, energy price concerns will remain long-term
60% confidenceInflation fears are overblown
60% confidenceCost pressures Americans are feeling are very real, not fake
60% confidenceGas prices are really expensive right now and unavoidably noticeable
60% confidenceTrump's policies are hurting the American people and he doesn't want to admit it
60% confidenceMarket uncertainty is reflected in both current oil prices and long-term expectations
60% confidenceAmericans will be 'very impressed' by what happens over the next week or so
60% confidence
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