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The biggest hurdles Democrats face on affordability

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Kelly O'Grady at CBS News discusses the challenges Democrats face in delivering on their promises to address voter concerns about affordability and the economy. Voters supported Democratic candidates due to dissatisfaction with economic conditions, but there are questions about whether Democrats will be able to implement effective economic relief as promised during their campaigns.

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The Democrats regained control of Congress, partly due to voter frustration over the economy. However, now that they hold power, questions arise about their ability to deliver the economic relief they promised during campaigns. CBS News reporter Kelly O'Grady highlights this challenge facing the new Democratic leadership in Congress.

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Voters' frustration about the economy helped Democrats regain control of Congress, but can they provide the economic relief they campaigned on?

left implies a need for government action to address economic issues

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