As we approach another pivotal presidential election, the age-old question "Are you better off today than you were four years ago?" resurfaces with renewed urgency. Jennifer Graham from Deseret News points out that the recent presidential debate highlights a stark contrast between candidate narratives and voter realities, particularly concerning the state of the economy. With rising costs of everyday essentials and housing, and conflicting economic indicators, Americans need to figure out what to do at the November voting polls to bridge the gap between perception and experience.