The viral pandemic has largely overshadowed politics, but as we get deeper into September, we are reminded that this is an election year. The party conventions are behind us and the debates are agreed upon. The election news cycle and campaign ads are ramping up. Make no mistake, this will be one of the most contentious elections in our lifetime. But what does this mean for the markets, and more importantly, your investments? We will attempt to answer these questions in a thoughtful and objective manner. First, we’ll take a step back and review the current election landscape, and then discuss factors that could decide the election and its possible ramifications. Finally, we will review the potential implications and risks posed by the election.

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