Will a Republican House Help or Hurt Obama’s Reelection Chances?

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Lots of people asked – before and after the midterm elections – if a Republican congressional majority would help or hurt President Obama’s reelection chances?

Short answer: it might not matter.  When it comes to deciding on a second term, strong evidence suggests the economy – not who is in charge of Congress – will shape Obama’s reelection fortunes.

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