We hear it over and over again from conservatives explaining why Mitt Romney will win. No president has won re-election with unemployment over 8 percent, they tell us, hoping the streak will continue this time around. There’s just one problem. It’s not true.
Please Don't Shoot the Messenger
Please Don't Shoot the Messenger
Please Don't Shoot the Messenger
We hear it over and over again from conservatives explaining why Mitt Romney will win. No president has won re-election with unemployment over 8 percent, they tell us, hoping the streak will continue this time around. There’s just one problem. It’s not true.
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