I posted information from FaceTheFactsUSA.org on the state of the American union on munKNEE.com for 11 consecutive days earlier this month. Unfortunately, in spite of the fact that Americans make up 55% of the 100,000 or so visits to the site each month, all such articles proved to be of little interest. That is a shame because FaceTheFactsUSA.org is making an unbiased effort to present substantiated information which would be invaluable in assisting Americans make an informed decision as to who to vote for in the upcoming Presidential election. Below are links to Facts 12 through 21 as posted on FaceTheFactsUSA.org and to the previous 11 Facts as posted on munKNEE.com.

Back in April and May, it looked like the economy was falling apart, the euro was going to come unglued, and stocks were going to plunge. Sentiment was extremely bearish and volatility was jumping. Now in August, you can't find a bear anywhere on Wall Street! Me? I continue to be worried about the likelihood of a sharp market decline this fall for several reasons which I share with you below. Words: 495

The six factors discussed in this article suggest a near-term peak for equity markets, avoiding fresh exposure to equities at these levels and selling some of one's equity holdings. Long-term investors can still ignore the volatility and buy quality stocks, however, it would make more sense to buy the same stocks after the markets decline 10%-15% than buying it at current levels. [Let me explain more fully.] Words: 665

The median household income in the U.S. is $51,914, according to U.S. Census Bureau data. To find out just where that cash is going, we've trolled through the latest data in employment, transportation, and common consumer expenditures. [Here it is.]

I have been asked which large cap gold miner is the overall best place to invest in this sector. There are currently five gold mining stocks with a market capitalization greater than $10 billion dollars so may the stock with the best fundamentals and future prospects for shareholders reign supreme! [And the winner is...] Words: 2248

Stocks have an incredible track record of picking the President ahead of the election. The S&P 500's price performance during the three calendar months leading up to the presidential election has predicted whether the President would be re-elected or replaced with 86% and 88% accuracy, respectively. We're only 15 days into this indicator but, so far, it's pointing to the incumbent. [There's more! Read on.] Words: 250

The impact of sluggishness in the U.S. consumer base, U.S. fiscal policy changes, and the prospect of recession in the eurozone now rank in the top five slots on Fitch Ratings' map of the most important and urgent risks to global ratings. Read on to learn what the other 10 major risks are to the global economy.

Closely-followed billionaire hedge fund manager John Paulson, who famously bet against the subprime housing market in 2007, released his 13F regulatory filing revealing that his hedge fund increased its stake in gold in the second quarter to 44% of his funds equity assets. How much do you have invested in physical gold, gold ETFs, gold mining shares and warrants?

The warning bells are ringing, and they are ringing loudly. We've already allowed bad economics to lead to bad politics. Now, it's high time to put a stop to the cycle where bad politics undermines an already fragile economy. [Let me explain.] Words: 1085

Which major gold miner offers investors the most bang for their buck...depends on which metric you use to measure value, but one metric I like to look at is miner's proven & probable gold reserves in relation to its market capitalization. This statistic offers investors a quick glance at how much the market is valuing each ounce of gold on a miner's mineral reserve report. To make comparisons amongst gold miners more relevant, we're only going to focus on Proven and Probable gold reserves, as inferred, indicated, and measured reserves may not even exist. So which gold miners offer the best value in terms of reserves? Let's find out. Words: 850