Ric Edelman

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"The downgrade is Wall Street's way of claiming dominance over political jockeying. It would be a mistake for investors to panic," says financial guru Ric Edelman, host of the new PBS show "The Truth About Money." As Mr. Edelman advises, "Knowledgeable, prudent investors must stay the course." (Provided by Ric Edelman)