Politics

Learn about the most important political developments in Washington and elsewhere that affect investors.

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Will a Government Shutdown Hurt Stocks?

Economist Dr. Mark Skousen analyzes the possible impact of a government shutdown on the horizon.

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Smoking an Unstoppable Freedom Wave in 2018

Investing expert Jim Woods discusses the "freedom wave" trend.

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The 2017 “Best Of” Issue

Investing expert Jim Woods reflects on some of his best articles of the year.

What the Tax Cut Plan Means for Markets

Exchange-traded fund (ETF) investment guru Jim Woods lays out what the recently unveiled tax cut plan means for...

My Dinner with Putin’s #1 Enemy

International investment expert Nicholas Vardy shares the insights he has into Bill Browder, the CEO of a large...

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Don’t Call the Government When the Levee Breaks

Exchange-traded fund (ETF) investing guru Jim Woods explains why your first recourse shouldn't be to look to the...

Why Can’t We Get Rid of This Arcane Boondoggle after 97 Years of Folly?

Investment Dr. Mark Skousen discusses the Jones Act and what it would mean to repeal it.

Markets, Tax Cuts, a Tale of Two Cities… and Politico?

Investment expert Jim Woods shares the impact the potential tax cuts and other events around the world could...

Exposing the Bankruptcy of Both the Left and the Right

Investment expert Dr. Mark Skousen discusses the insufficienciencies of the two parties

Will Politics Kill This Bull Market?

Investment expert Jim Woods shares what he thinks could stop this bull market - politics.