At this time, Manchin is one of the only members of his party to loudly and openly condemn inflation. Many Democrats have chosen to skirt around the issue; they’ve downplayed the matter or acted like inflation isn’t really a problem at all.
This isn’t doing Americans any favors whatsoever. Unfortunately, despite the current state of inflation, Biden is still urging Congress to approve new spending.
The final nail in Democrats’ coffin
Many political strategists have warned that inflation is more of a liability to Democrats than somewhat low unemployment is an asset.
As the midterm elections are a little more than six months away, Republicans have made sure that inflation is front and center in voters’ minds.
Likewise, the GOP assures that voting Republicans back into control of Congress will provide relief to the public.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell already stated if Republicans win back congressional control, they’ll ensure only moderate legislation becomes law.
