Is the U.S. economy getting better or worse?

Overall, do you think the economy is getting better or worse? (% of U.S. adult citizens)

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Note: Responses of "don't know" are not shown. Data for Sept. 26 - Nov. 14, 2020 is among registered voters only.

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