In conclusion, the policy platforms of these two presidential campaigns often lack any sort of real clarity, hidden behind a barrage of buzzwords and slogans. When they do offer concrete proposals, the substance often leaves economically-informed observers questioning whether this is a serious election or merely a competition to see who can provoke more nail-biting among us.

Yes, many of us either knew this or suspected this. They are economic idiots, but they could find good advisors. We can only hold out hope.