View I Often Hear: Why Should I Believe the Data Unless It Agrees with My Views?

Former Global Chief Economist for JPMorgan Chase (Ph.D in Economics) & Current BrightQuery Chief Economist

One benefit of being a nonpartisan observer is listening to everyone while respecting views on both sides of the political aisle, even when those positions are extreme. 

Over the past year, I have met many individuals (at my in-person client presentations) who have been hoping for an economic recession or depression while others have been trying to hold…