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The 2016 Presidential Election Is Finally Moving Markets, So Do This…

By , Money Morning -

2016 presidential election

The Fed-obsessed markets have done a good job of ignoring this bizarre, turbulent presidential election cycle, but last week's "October Surprise" and the debate following almost immediately after have actually re-oriented the markets; they're "waking up" to the election and will be increasingly affected by it from now 'till Nov. 8.

So FOX Business' "Varney & Co." invited our Chief Investment Strategist (and frequent FBN commentator) Keith Fitz-Gerald onto the show to tell everyone why this turn in the markets' attention is so important for everyone's money - and why the makeup of Congress makes an outsized impact on investing. At times like these, people can make missteps that can cost them serious money, or have them walking away from upside, so Keith wanted to make sure everyone got the chance to see this interview...

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Neither Candidate Gets This Right About the Markets (and It Scares Me)

By , Global Credit Strategist, Money Morning • @MichaelELewitt -

presidential debate

The first presidential debate made it clear Clinton Trump don't understand today's markets.

Here's why neither candidate will be able to fix the global economy...

How to NOT Be Manipulated by Political Attack Ads

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

post-election forecast

Political attack ads can be full of falsehoods and even downright manipulative.

And as voters, it's hard not to get swept up by all the emotions these ads can stir.

So in the following video, we'll show you three strategies to fight back...

Something Was Missing from Monday Night's Debate

By , Defense + Tech Specialist, Money Morning • @Robinson_STI -

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Monday's presidential debate was lacking when it came to discussing the U.S. economy.

Especially since this vital growth sector was all but ignored...

Presidential Debate: Trump vs. Clinton on the Refugee Crisis

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

presidential debate

The stage is set: The first presidential debate begins on Monday, Sept. 26.

One of the big issues discussed at the debate will likely be the Syrian refugee crisis.

Both Trump and Clinton have taken opposing positions on the contentious issue.

Here's how this will play out in the debate...

How Both Trump and Clinton Could Fail to Win the 2016 Presidential Election

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning • @DavidGZeiler -

presidential election 2016

Just because Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton will be the two main presidential election 2016 nominees does not mean one of them has to win.

Quirks in U.S. election laws and a disgruntled electorate have opened the door for Libertarian presidential nominee Gary Johnson.

But Johnson doesn't have to win 270 electoral votes to land in the White House.

Here's what needs to happen...

How the Trump – Clinton Fundraising Gap Will Affect Trump's Campaign Efforts

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

Trump – Clinton fundraising gap

The Trump - Clinton fundraising gap could end up hurting Trump in the long term.

Unless Trump seriously steps up his fundraising game, he won't have enough money to fund his general election campaign.

Here's our analysis...

The Top 5 Corporate Donors of "Hard Money" for Election 2016

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

corporate donors

The top five corporate donors are giving major bucks to Republicans and Democrats this election cycle...

They're giving what's called "hard money" in support of the candidates.

Here's what hard money is and the top five corporations giving the most of it...

How Dark Money Groups Skirt Government Regulations

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

dark money

Dark money groups are subject to many laws and regulations. But these restrictions aren't enforced effectively....

These political "advocacy" groups are notorious for exploiting campaign finance loopholes.

Here's how they do it, and why the government can't do anything about it...

Here's How Much Dark Money Could Be Spent in Election 2016

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

dark money

Dark money groups have a powerful role in influencing the votes of Americans during elections.

And the 2016 election could be one of the biggest years for dark money spending ever, according to the head of the dark money research team at the Center for Responsive Politics.

Here's why...

Here Are the GOP Establishment Figures Trying to Undermine Donald Trump

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

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Some GOP establishment figures hate that Donald Trump is their nominee. Many are vocally opposing his candidacy, while others are quietly dissenting...

Here's who these GOP establishment anti-Trumpers are and what they're saying about their new nominee...

The Top 5 Individual Donors for Election 2016

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

donors for election 2016

Wealthy donors for election 2016 have been very active promoting their candidates or causes.

So far in this election cycle, over $300 million has been spent by super PACs, political welfare organizations, and the candidates' campaigns.

Here's how much the top 5 donors have given so far...

Dark Money Part 1: The Rise of Super PACs

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

dark money

Super PACs and dark money organizations have incredible sway over American election cycles. But it wasn't always that way.

It all started in 2010 with this landmark court case that changed the face of American politics...

Dark Money Part 2: The Karl Rove Machination

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning -

dark money

Dark money nonprofits have incredible sway over American election cycles. They're hard to trace, and donors can give to them confidentially.

Karl Rove, a Republican strategist, has taken the power of these political nonprofits to new extremes...

The Ted Cruz Tax Plan Includes One Part That Could Backfire

By , Associate Editor, Money Morning • @DavidGZeiler -

Ted cruz tax plan

While the Ted Cruz tax plan has several features that would promote economic growth, it also has an Achilles' heel that could severely undermine its benefits.

The Cruz tax plan would radically change how Americans pay taxes, making it simpler for both individuals and businesses. Just about everyone comes out ahead.

But the Ted Cruz tax plan it also creates a dangerous new tax.

Here's why this tax is like handing Washington a blank check...

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