The economy shrank last quarter unexpectedly and recession fears are renewed. CNN Political Director David Chalian paints the complicated economic picture in the US. Democrats are touting progress with more optimistic economic statistics. But as Republicans often point out, people are more focused on the impacts of inflation. Can it be addressed before voters head to the polls in November?

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