Shayanne Gal, provided by Published 7:40 am CST, Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Michael Reaves/Getty Election Day for the hotly contested midterm races across the country is on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. Though polls are generally open all day and into the evening, states vary on opening and closing times for polling places. Business Insider has broken down the times by state in the chart below. Polling places will be open nationwide to the public for Election Day Tuesday, November 6. Though polls are generally open from early in the morning into the evening, open and close times vary by state. To make sure you don't run out of time to make your voice heard, Business Insider has broken down the rules by state in the chart below. If you are in line to vote when the polls close, stay there. States have laws requiring people be allowed to cast their ballots if they were in line. See between which times you should plan to get to the polls: Shayanne Gal/Business Insider You can … [Read more...] about The polls are open in dozens of states for the midterm elections — see what time they close
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Midterm elections could test health-care ETFs
By Tanzeel Akhtar The Wall Street Journal Sun., Nov. 4, 2018 Investors this year have poured almost $9 billion into exchange-traded funds focused on health care, one of the main sectors that could feel an impact from the U.S. midterm elections on Nov. 6, according to ETF analysts. “Year-to-date, health-care ETFs have gathered shy of $9 billion across the globe, compared with less than $1.5 billion of inflows in 2017,” says Antoine Lesne, head of SPDR ETF research and strategy, Europe, Middle East and Africa, at State Street Global Advisors. “Within the sector, biotech has attracted the greatest investor attention, with inflows north of $2 billion,” he says. Many investors see health-care investments as a defensive play because demand for health products and services tends to remain stable throughout various phases of the business cycle. The sector includes companies focused on biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, research services, home health care, … [Read more...] about Midterm elections could test health-care ETFs
These 25 Congressional races to watch are some of the most competitive in the 2018 midterm elections
Grace Panetta, provided by Published 3:10 pm PDT, Friday, November 2, 2018 Win McNamee/Getty Images Election Day for the hotly contested 2018 midterms is on Tuesday, November 6. Midterm elections are traditionally a referendum on the party in power, and this year, Republicans in Congress are defending themselves against a wave of anti-Trump fervor. These five congressional races have been identified by experts as "true coin flips" and crucial battlegrounds for Democrats looking to take back the House. The 2018 midterm elections are upon us. While the Republican party is looking to hold onto their majorities in both houses of Congress (and control of all three branches of government), Democrats are looking to act on the torrent of anti-Trump anger and progressive energy to win back the House of Representatives in what they hope will be a "blue wave." While Democrats lead Republicans by 9 points on the generic ballot (a poll that simply asks what party people will vote … [Read more...] about These 25 Congressional races to watch are some of the most competitive in the 2018 midterm elections
All the dates and deadlines you need to know before voting in the 2018 Midterm Elections
Shayanne Gal, provided by Published 12:01 pm CDT, Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Jessica McGowan/Getty Images With the 2018 midterm elections just two weeks away, now is the perfect time to make a plan to vote to make sure your Election Day goes off without a hitch. Election Day is Tuesday, November 6, 2018, but you can vote early or absentee in most states. Experimental research studies show that people who make a plan in advance are much more likely to vote. Here's everything you need to know about your state's voter registration deadlines, when your ballot is due if you'll be voting absentee, and when the polls open and close in your state. With the 2018 midterm elections just 2 weeks away, now is the perfect time to start planning when and how you'll vote, whether you plan to head to the polls in person on November 6 or send in an absentee ballot before then. A 2010 experimental study found that voter turnout was up to 9% higher among people who made a plan to vote … [Read more...] about All the dates and deadlines you need to know before voting in the 2018 Midterm Elections
What America’s top CEOs donated to the midterm elections
Darla Guillen Gilthorpe, Houston Chronicle Published 10:45 am CDT, Monday, October 22, 2018 >>>See what top CEOs gave to the Republican and Democratic parties. Rich Templeton, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Texas Instruments, is among the Texas CEOs who donated generously to midterm election efforts. less >>>See what top CEOs gave to the Republican and Democratic parties. Rich Templeton, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Texas Instruments, is among the Texas CEOs who donated ... more Photo: Texas Instruments Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com Total: $10,159,970 Party: $10,800 went to both the GOP and Democratic party equally. Jeff Bezos, Amazon.com Total: $10,159,970 Party: $10,800 went to both the GOP and Democratic party equally. Photo: Susan Walsh, STF John B. Hess, … [Read more...] about What America’s top CEOs donated to the midterm elections