Democrat? Republican? Doesn't Matter. Whatever Happens in Tuesday's Midterm Elections Should Help the Stock Market

Voters from all over the country will head to the polls on Tuesday to vote on a number of key Congressional races that will determine which political party ends up with a majority of seats in each body of Congress.

Investors will be anxiously awaiting the results, as laws passed in Congress can heavily impact stocks. For instance, Congress has the power to raise or lower the corporate tax rate, which can immediately impact the bottom line of a company's financial results.

Election results can be unpredictable and emotional, especially given how partisan things have gotten in Washington, D.C. But regardless of your political party, one thing is certain about tomorrow's results: they should help lift the stock market. Here's why.

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