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title: 'Clinton vs. Trump: Who''s Better for Your Finances?'
description: MONEY's George Mannes takes to the street to ask whether Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump will be better for people's personal finances.
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published: '2016-11-04T15:13:54.000Z'
modified: '2020-07-07T11:14:19.000Z'
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With this historic presidential election just a few short days away, we were curious about where people stand. Not on the most talked about issues—immigration, tax returns, emails, and foundations—but on how the election will impact you in your wallet or pocketbook (or wherever you carry your cash). Money senior editor George Mannes takes to Times Square in New York City to ask people which candidate they think will be better for them financially.

***Read more: [Where the Candidates Stand on Your Taxes](https://money.com/clinton-trump-tax-plans/?iid=sr-link3)***

Do people believe that Hillary Clinton's decades of political experience will be better for them financially? Or do they believe Donald Trump's business acumen will help boost the American economy? Here's what they told Money.

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