I guess the voters are not reading WSJ editorials when they answer the question in polls or maybe they dont particularly care about the IMF, OEDC, etc. but are more worried about paying bills, job security, and saving for their children's college education.
What issues is most important in deciding your vote for president?
(
http://pollingreport.com/prioriti.htm)
USA/Gallup: economy
Diago/Hotline: economy
Fox News/Opinion Dynamics:economy and jobs
CBS/NY Times: economy and jobs
NBC/WSJ: job creation and economic growth
CNN/Opinion Research: economy
By margins of 20-25% over the next highest issue.
Someone here (and at the Republican convention?) might just be a little out of touch.