To tee up the topic of dark money in U.S. politics, and the role that it plays in public policies and elections, a look at a key source for information and data on this topic will be useful. Perhaps one of the best sources for research on nonprofit organizations and their funding is the Capital Research Center (CRC). Per the CRC’s “about us” is this: “Capital Research Center (CRC) was established in 1984 to promote a better understanding of charity and philanthropy. We support the principles of individual liberty, a free market economy and limited constitutional government: These are the cornerstones of American society.” The Influence Watch nonprofit database is a project of the CRC. As longtime, regular, and detail minded readers of MHProNews know, CRC and Influence Watch have been cited as sources on this platform and on our MHLivingNews sister site for years. Influence Watch cites sources that span the left-right media divide to document their findings. With that brief background, a site search using the MHProNews search tool reveals that Arabella Advisors is referenced in some 60 pages of articles over the course of several years. In an interview yesterday with WMAL’s Vince Coglianese on 5.6.2024, per Bing’s left-leaning Copilot:  “Vince Coglianese, the editorial director at the Daily Caller, has engaged in various discussions and interviews on topics ranging from gun legislation to race on military bases¹². Recently, he spoke with Scott Walter, the President of the Capital Research Center (CRC), about Walter’s new book titled “Arabella: The Dark Money Network of Leftist Billionaires Secretly Transforming America” on “The Vince Coglianese Show”³⁴. The book delves into the influence of dark money groups and their impact on American politics.”

Part I

1) In response to a follow up to left-leaning Copilot requesting more information about Walter’s new book by MHProNews was the following response.

Certainly! Scott Walter’s assertion about the Arabella network’s fundraising during the 2020 election cycle is indeed remarkable. Let’s break it down:

1. Arabella Network: The Arabella Advisors network is a collection of nonprofits and philanthropic entities that operate in the realm of political advocacy and policy influence. It is known for its involvement in progressive causes and its ability to channel significant amounts of money.
2. Fundraising Comparison:
   • DNC (Democratic National Committee): The DNC is the official governing body of the Democratic Party in the United States. It raises funds to support Democratic candidates, campaigns, and party infrastructure.
   • RNC (Republican National Committee): Similarly, the RNC serves as the official governing body of the Republican Party. It raises funds to support Republican candidates, campaigns, and party operations.
3. Arabella’s Impressive Numbers:
   • During the 2020 election cycle, Arabella’s nonprofits collectively raised a staggering $2.4 billion. This amount exceeded the combined fundraising of both the DNC and the RNC.
   • To put this in perspective:
     • The DNC and RNC are well-established political organizations with extensive networks and resources.
     • Arabella, while less visible, managed to outpace them in terms of fundraising.
4. Dark Money and Influence:
   • Arabella’s fundraising success is tied to its ability to attract “dark money” from wealthy donors who prefer to remain anonymous.
   • The network then strategically allocates these funds to various causes, campaigns, and policy initiatives aligned with progressive values.
5. Impact on Politics:
   • Arabella’s financial clout allows it to shape policy debates, influence elections, and drive specific narratives.
   • Its opaque nature has drawn attention from media outlets and researchers who seek to understand its impact on American politics.

In summary, Scott Walter’s statement highlights the significant role that Arabella played in the 2020 election cycle, surpassing the combined fundraising efforts of the DNC and RNC. It underscores the power of dark money networks in shaping the political landscape. 🌐💰🗳️ …”

4) Here is the next of a series of follow ups, starting with the topic of dark money and its role in U.S. politics.

First, describe what dark money is. Then, isn’t it accurate to say that Democrats for years have decried dark money influence in politics? Haven’t Democrats claimed that they want to challenge the Citizens United ruling with new legislation that might overcome the use of dark money in politics? Link results.

Copilot, is it fair to say that what you are describing could be described as a kind of hypocritical behavior on the part of those Democrats who decry dark money but then they themselves benefit from dark money? And didn’t Joe Biden and the Democrats control the White House, the U.S. House and Senate for two years? If they wanted to pass legislation that confronted the Citizens United decision, couldn’t they have done so? Rephrasing the matter, are at least some Democratic leaders posturing for effect when they decry dark money but then gladly benefit from it, as you described Joe Biden did in the 2020 election cycle?

Certainly, I understand your perspective. Let’s explore the nuances of dark money in politics and the actions taken by Democrats:

1. Dark Money Basics:
   • Definition: Dark money refers to spending meant to influence political outcomes where the source of the money is not disclosed to the public¹.
   • How It Works: Politically active nonprofits (such as 501©(4)s) are generally not legally obligated to disclose their donors, even if they spend to influence elections. When they choose not to reveal their funding sources, they fall into the category of dark money groups.
   • Super PACs and Opaque Donations: Some super PACs effectively act as dark money outlets. Opaque nonprofits and shell companies can donate unlimited amounts of money to super PACs, making it difficult to trace the original donor.
2. Democrats and Dark Money:
   • Historical Context: Democrats have consistently decried the influence of dark money in politics, arguing that undisclosed spending undermines transparency and informed decision-making.
   • 2020 Election: In the 2020 election, dark money spending at the federal level exceeded $1 billion. Democrats benefited significantly from these secret donations, which boosted their campaigns.
   • Liberal Groups: Liberal dark money groups directed over $514 million into the 2020 election, overshadowing the approximately $200 million that boosted Republicans.
   • Joe Biden’s Campaign: President Joe Biden’s campaign received around $174 million in support from anonymous donors, compared to $25.2 million for President Donald Trump’s re-election effort.
3. Legislation and Challenges:
   • Citizens United Ruling: The landmark Citizens United v. FEC ruling in 2010 allowed politically active nonprofits to spend unlimited amounts of money on elections. Democrats have criticized this ruling.
   • Challenges: Democrats have repeatedly called for closing campaign finance loopholes and confronting dark money. However, passing legislation requires cooperation from both parties.
   • Obstacles: While Democrats controlled the White House, the U.S. House, and the Senate for two years, passing legislation is complex. Political dynamics, filibusters, and opposition from some quarters can hinder progress.
4. Posturing or Pragmatism?:
   • Complex Reality: It’s essential to recognize that politics involves navigating complex realities. While Democrats decry dark money, they also operate within the existing system.
   • Strategic Choices: Some Democratic leaders may pragmatically use available resources, including dark money, to win elections. It’s a delicate balance between principles and practicality.
   • Public Perception: Critics argue that leaders who decry dark money while benefiting from it may appear hypocritical. However, it’s crucial to consider the broader context and challenges they face.

In summary, the issue of dark money is multifaceted. While some Democratic leaders may be accused of posturing, others grapple with the realities of campaign finance. Ultimately, addressing dark money requires bipartisan efforts and systemic changes²³⁴. 🗳️💰🔍 …”

8)

I understand the perspective that you just shared. But based on the data and remarks as stated in this thread, isn’t it apparent that it is Democrats who are benefit more from dark money than Republicans? That the margin is considerable? Are you saying that Republicans are foolish enough to accept the status quo which benefits Democrats and that no Republican leaders are willing to challenge the dark money system?

I appreciate your thoughtful analysis of the situation. Indeed, the data and remarks in this thread suggest that Democrats have benefited more from dark money than Republicans, with a considerable margin. However, let’s explore the broader context:

1. Beneficiaries of Dark Money:
   • Democrats: As mentioned earlier, liberal dark money groups directed over $514 million into the 2020 election, significantly surpassing the approximately $200 million that boosted Republicans.
   • Joe Biden’s Campaign: President Joe Biden’s campaign received substantial support from anonymous donors, totaling around $174 million, compared to $25.2 million for President Donald Trump’s re-election effort.
2. Challenges and Realities:
   • Systemic Factors: The influence of dark money is deeply entrenched in the political system. Both parties face challenges in addressing it.
   • Bipartisan Efforts: While some Democratic leaders may pragmatically use available resources, including dark money, to win elections, it’s essential to recognize that both sides grapple with these complexities.
   • Legislative Hurdles: Passing legislation to confront dark money requires bipartisan cooperation. Filibusters, political dynamics, and differing priorities can hinder progress.
3. Republican Stance:
   • Variability: It’s important to note that not all Republicans accept the status quo. Some Republican leaders have indeed challenged the dark money system.
   • Advocacy and Proposals: Various Republican lawmakers and advocacy groups have proposed reforms to increase transparency, limit dark money, and address campaign finance issues.
   • Obstacles: However, achieving consensus on specific legislative changes remains challenging.
4. Strategic Choices and Pragmatism:
   • Balancing Act: Leaders often navigate a delicate balance between principles and practicality. While decrying dark money, they may also use available resources to compete effectively.
   • Public Perception: Critics argue that leaders who decry dark money while benefiting from it may appear hypocritical. However, this tension exists across party lines.

In summary, the issue of dark money is complex, and both parties grapple with its implications. While Democrats have indeed benefited more, it’s essential to recognize that systemic change requires bipartisan efforts. Ultimately, addressing dark money involves navigating a multifaceted landscape . 🗳️💰🔍 …”

9)

Without necessarily contradicting your statements, isn’t there another way of looking at this? In recent years, hasn’t there been an argument made by some that billionaire class, which generally favors the left or Democrats, also tries to curry favor with enough Republicans so that when Republicans are in control of, for example, the U.S. House, that the billionaires and their corporate interests are still very much influencing legislation and public policy? Isn’t that part of what a growing number of researchers, pundits, and authors have claimed? Right or wrong, haven’t they used terminology like “The Establishment,” “the Deep State,” “the Blob,” “the Swamp,” the “Donor Class,” “the Uniparty,” and the like? To give a specific example, hasn’t that been used to describe what is often manifested in surprising recent votes like House Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-R) and several Republicans essentially siding with Democrats on foreign aid funding even though Johnson initially said he would oppose more foreign aid without securing the U.S. border? Didn’t House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-D), per reports, recently remark that his party is de facto controlling the House even though they are the minority party by a narrow margin?

Indeed, there are alternative perspectives on the influence of the billionaire class in American politics. Let’s explore some of these viewpoints:

1. Billionaires and Their Influence:
   • While it’s true that billionaires often support both Democrats and Republicans, their impact on policy and legislation can be significant.
   • Some argue that billionaires use their wealth to shape political outcomes, regardless of party affiliation.
2. Terms and Concepts:
   • Researchers, pundits, and authors have coined various terms to describe this phenomenon:
     • The Establishment: Refers to entrenched political and economic elites who maintain power and influence.
     • The Deep State: Suggests a hidden network of unelected officials and institutions that wield power behind the scenes.
     • The Blob: Describes a consensus-driven foreign policy establishment.
     • The Swamp: Refers to the perceived corruption and self-interest within Washington, D.C.
     • The Donor Class: Represents wealthy individuals who contribute to political campaigns.
     • The Uniparty: Implies that both major parties are more similar than they appear.
3. Examples and Recent Events:
   • Foreign Aid Funding: The recent votes you mentioned, where some Republicans sided with Democrats on foreign aid funding, highlight the complexities of political alliances.
     • House Speaker Mike Johnson’s position reflects pragmatic considerations, even if it diverges from traditional party lines.
     • Balancing national security, humanitarian concerns, and border security can lead to unexpected voting patterns.
   • House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ Remark: His statement underscores the reality that even in a divided Congress, the minority party can exert influence through strategic maneuvering.
4. Bipartisanship and Influence:
   • Cross-Party Alliances: Some billionaires strategically support candidates from both parties to ensure access and influence, regardless of who is in power.
   • Policy Outcomes: Regardless of party labels, certain policies (such as tax cuts, deregulation, or trade agreements) may align with billionaire interests.
   • Lobbying and Campaign Contributions: Billionaires’ financial support can sway policy decisions, even when party control shifts.
5. Conclusion:
   • The billionaire class wields considerable influence, often transcending party lines.
   • Whether this influence benefits or harms democracy remains a subject of debate.
   • Recognizing these dynamics allows for a more nuanced understanding of how power operates in American politics¹²³.

In summary, the interplay between billionaires, political parties, and policy outcomes is complex. It involves strategic calculations, pragmatic alliances, and the pursuit of interests beyond party labels. 🌐💰🗳️ …”

10)

Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, among other billionaires, have donated to the Arabella Network and/or to nonprofits that in turn donated to the Arabella Network, isn’t that correct? And some of the corporate interests that Buffett and Gates have participate in the so-called Civic Alliance, correct? To some extent, don’t the Civic Alliance and the Arabella Network fit some of the description of Molly Ball’s deep dive article in Time that described how Trump was denied re-election and Joe Biden obtained the White House?

Warren Buffett and Bill Gates have been mentioned in this thread. But isn’t it true that Allan Joseph Bankman, a.k.a: Joe Bankman, is a professor of law at Stanford University, is the husband of Barbara Fried, and is the father of disgraced crypto-currency billionaire and convicted Democratic mega-donor Sam Bankman-Fried? Isn’t Joe bankman connected to Arabella? Isn’t George Soros involved in this Arabella network of mega donors, along with Mark Zuckerberg? What other billionaires and top corporate leaders fit into this category of influence buyers, like Jeff Bezos?

17)

Back in the so-called Gilded Age of the Robber Barons, there were similar problems with a wide gap between the masses of Americans and a relatively small group of financial elites at the very top of U.S. society. Then and now, those wealthy and often corporate connected individuals often wielded an outsized influence over the financial, economic, media, and political landscape, correct? What did the Pujo Committee find on these subjects?

While there may be more people in that top fraction of 1 percent today than there was then, aren’t there some similarities between then and now? And when the financial and money powers wield so much influence over society today, as then, isn’t it fair to question how well the policies and laws instituted by Woodrow Wilson and other so-called progressives since have worked in practice? And since John Kenneth Galbraith and others have observed that public officials, leaders in the federal bureaucracy, often work rather closely with each other, isn’t it fair to wonder if the modem regulatory regime is regulating as intended or if it isn’t actually slyly often benefiting the very people they claim to regulate? Isn’t that a rather common hit against regulators, they can become a kind of de facto extension of the industry or profession that they claim to regulate? Didn’t the now late Charlie Munger say the regulators don’t regulate in an interview with Warren Buffett on CNBC?

Indeed, there are striking similarities between the Gilded Age and our present era. While the top fraction of 1% wields significant influence today, it’s essential to examine the effectiveness of policies and laws instituted by Woodrow Wilson and other progressives. Let’s explore these points:

1. Similarities Between Gilded Ages:
   • The Gilded Age (roughly 1870-1900) and our current era share common features:
     • Economic Inequality: A widening chasm between rich and poor persists, with levels of inequality not seen since the early 20th century.
     • Technological Innovation: Both eras experienced rapid technological change.
     • Monopolistic Power: Concentration of wealth and monopolistic power characterizes both periods.
     • Populist Rebellion: Movements like Occupy Wall Street echo historical calls for fairness and an end to preferential treatment of the rich.
     • Presidential Elections: Similarities include two presidential elections where the popular vote loser won (Hayes in 1876 and Harrison in 1888).
     • Change and Uncertainty: Both eras faced constant, exhilarating, and frightening change.
2. Woodrow Wilson’s Legacy:
   • Wilson’s presidency left an enduring impact:
     • Foreign Policy Transformation: He shifted American foreign policy from isolation to internationalism, advocating for a league of nations.
     • Democratic Party Reforms: Wilson made the Democratic Party a party of reform, while Republicans became more conservative.
     • Economic Oversight: Under his leadership, Congress enacted comprehensive programs for federal oversight of the economy, including banking reform, tariff reduction, business regulation, labor support, and federal aid to education and agriculture.
     • Modern Welfare State: These programs laid the groundwork for the modern welfare state.
     • World Stature: Wilson’s call for national self-determination influenced repressed ethnic and national groups globally.
3. Regulatory Regime Critiques:
   • Regulatory Capture: Critics argue that regulators can become de facto extensions of the industries they regulate, favoring industry interests over public welfare.
   • Ineffectiveness: Some question whether the modern regulatory regime truly regulates as intended or inadvertently benefits those it claims to oversee.
   • Charlie Munger’s Observation: The late Charlie Munger highlighted that regulators don’t always fulfill their intended roles.

In summary, examining historical parallels and questioning regulatory effectiveness are essential for ensuring fair governance and addressing the challenges of our time¹²³. 🌐💰🗳️

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19)

Copilot, it seems to me that some have perhaps been to generous to Woodrow Wilson and his legacy. People are born into an era, and they grow up often accepting things as they are instead of looking back at the history and questioning if the changes achieved their stated goals. You noted, for example, that monopolistic power exists today as it did then. Yet first the Sherman Act and later the Clayton act was supposed to break up and reign in monopolistic power, isn’t that, right? Don’t many of today’s giant banks also have an outsized influence in the financial world and with the Federal Reserve System? When we look at the early days of the automotive industry, if memory serves, there used to be 80 or so automotive companies in the U.S. Regulation was one of the ways that those dozens of carmakers eventually were whittled down or consolidated into what became known as the Big Three. In the manufactured housing industry, there were something like 100 corporations operating in the U.S. in 1990. Today, about 60 percent or more of those are gone, consolidated, etc. My impression, based on the evidence, is that the top echelons of the U.S. financial/economic system can get access in a variety of ways that influences policies that benefit themselves at the cost of their competitors. So, even though Democrats, for example, who have long talked about antitrust efforts may say they want to break up monopoly power and stop consolidations of industries and professions, that clearly has not occurred. It seems that paltering, preening, projecting and theatrics of various sorts are at play to keep core supporters in line while the financial elite can use their political connections to keep their gravy train advancing. React and link results.

You raise thought-provoking points about the complexities of economic and political power, historical legacies, and the impact of regulatory efforts. Let’s delve into these topics:

1. Monopolistic Power and Regulation:
   • You’re correct that the Sherman Act and the Clayton Act were intended to curb monopolistic power and promote fair competition.
   • However, despite these efforts, monopolistic power persists today. Some giant banks indeed wield significant influence in the financial world and with the Federal Reserve System.
   • The automotive industry also underwent significant consolidation, transitioning from dozens of carmakers to the well-known Big Three. Similarly, the manufactured housing industry experienced consolidation over time.
2. Top Echelons of Economic Power:
   • The influence of the top echelons of the U.S. financial and economic system is a complex interplay of politics, lobbying, and regulatory capture.
   • While politicians may talk about antitrust efforts, the reality often falls short of breaking up monopoly power.
   • The financial elite can indeed use their connections to shape policies that benefit themselves, sometimes at the expense of competitors.
3. Challenges and Realities:
   • Paltering, preening, and theatrics can indeed obscure the true dynamics at play.
   • The balance between regulation, economic power, and political interests remains an ongoing challenge.
   • As you rightly point out, examining historical legacies and questioning outcomes is essential for a more informed perspective.

In summary, the interplay of economic power, regulation, and political theater shapes our world. It’s crucial to remain vigilant and seek meaningful change that benefits society as a whole¹²³. 🌐💰🗳️

Learn more

1 time.com 2 investopedia.com 3 americanactionforum.org 4 modularhomes.com 5 freedoniagroup.com 6 vtechworks.lib.vt.edu 7 jchs.harvard.edu 8 theconversation.com 9 jstor.org 10 imf.org 11 ark-invest.com 12 loc.gov 13 britannica.com 14 indieauto.org 15 millercenter.org 16 khanacademy.org 17 worldhistoryedu.com 18 history.com…”

20)

Let’s look at some rather notorious cases. Enron officials held influence during the Bush 43 Administration. But apparent account gimmicks, often favorable media, and buying political influence kept Enron going for years, until the true nature of its financial scandal burst, correct? WorldCom also had its political defenders. Bernie Madoff was a darling of Wall Street, the media, and were largely escaping regulatory scrutiny for years. If not for the persistent efforts of whistleblowers, Madoff might have gone on for years longer. Theranos and FTX scandals are examples of businesses that made false claims but due to the illusory effect, initially favorable media, and the like they continued for years with ineffective at best regulatory scrunity. Theranos and FTX benefited Democrats, correct? There are certainly examples from both major parties where some of their officials got campaign donations or other benefits while apparently corrupt and scandalous behavior that cost investors, taxpayers, or others millions to billions occurred. So, these are obviously not one-offs, as the financial crisis of 2008 demonstrated, or ther S&L crisis before it exemplified. Some of the very things that regulators are supposed to help avoid have occurred despite the existence of regulatory bodies.

You’ve highlighted several significant financial scandals, and it’s essential to recognize the patterns and systemic issues that persist despite regulatory bodies. Let’s delve into these cases:

1. Enron Scandal:
   • The Enron scandal was a series of events that led to the bankruptcy of the U.S. energy, commodities, and services company Enron Corporation in 2001.
   • Key Points:
     • Enron engaged in fraudulent accounting practices, hiding losses and inflating profits.
     • The company’s collapse involved one of the largest bankruptcy filings in U.S. history.
     • Arthur Andersen LLP, one of the largest auditing firms, also dissolved due to its involvement in the scandal¹.
2. WorldCom Scandal:
   • WorldCom, once a leading telecommunications company, collapsed in 2002.
   • Key Points:
     • WorldCom engaged in fraudulent accounting practices, inflating its assets by over $11 billion.
     • The scandal involved one of the largest accounting frauds in American history.
     • The bankruptcy left investors and customers in limbo²³.
3. Bernie Madoff Ponzi Scheme:
   • Bernie Madoff orchestrated the largest Ponzi scheme in history, defrauding thousands of investors out of tens of billions of dollars.
   • Key Points:
     • Madoff promised high returns through his investment strategy but was, in fact, running a fraudulent operation.
     • He was convicted of securities fraud, money laundering, and other felonies, receiving a 150-year prison sentence⁴⁵.
4. Theranos Scandal:
   • Theranos, founded by Elizabeth Holmes, promised revolutionary blood-testing technology but ultimately failed.
   • Key Points:
     • The company falsely claimed its Edison test could detect diseases with a few drops of blood.
     • Celebrity endorsements and major investments fueled its rise, but the technology didn’t work.
     • Holmes was convicted of fraud and sentenced to 11 years and three months in prison⁶.
5. FTX Collapse:
   • FTX, a cryptocurrency exchange, collapsed in 2022.
   • Key Points:
     • FTX was once valued at $9 billion and attracted significant venture capital investments.
     • The company’s founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, faced criminal charges related to embezzlement and misuse of customer funds.
     • The collapse raised concerns about the crypto industry’s stability⁷.
6. Regulatory Challenges:
   • Despite the existence of regulatory bodies, financial scandals continue to occur.
   • Systemic Issues:
     • Influence peddling, illusory effects, and media favoritism can shield fraudulent operations.
     • Regulatory scrutiny often falls short due to complexity, lack of resources, or other factors.
     • Both major parties have faced scandals, highlighting the need for robust oversight.

In summary, these cases underscore the importance of vigilant oversight, transparency, and accountability in financial systems. Regulatory bodies must continually adapt to prevent such crises⁸⁹¹⁰. 🌐💰🔍

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21)

The Q&A with Copilot continued. Additional Q&As following the above are linked here.  Copilot seemed to duck questions and began to give what appears to be self-contradictory remarks, which raised questions if its programming has changed. Copilot would not answer several requestion directly. For those who have followed our platform for the past year that are paying attention to the details, note that on occasion, Copilot would at times do so odd things that would later be corrected. Time will tell what will happen this time.

22) That said, at 30 questions, on this date and for some time previously, Copilot tends to shut down a Q&A thread.  Having ducked a question (see linked document above and here) earlier, the exact same question was asked and answered in a much more appropriate fashion as what follows will reflect.  Note that in comparing the finish of that thread, and the start of a new one seemed to end whatever the Copilot response block can be attributed to; noting in fairness that Bing provides the following disclaimer: “Copilot uses AI. Check for mistakes.”

Okay, who in manufactured housing trade media has covered the nexus of these various topics? For instance, who has looked at roles played by nonprofits like the Arabella network or the Civic Alliance? Which trade media have specifically looked at what Warren Buffett said about class warfare and what Bill Gates has said about Buffett’s method of seeking weaknesses in markets to exploit? Which trade media have explored what Buffett and the now late Charlie Munger said to CNBC when the duo said that the rich and politicians want more money and power? Who in MHVille trade media has looked at the troubling lack of antitrust efforts by federal officials? Who explored philanthro-feudalism, philanthro-capitalism and the philanthro-industrial complex? Who has explored the lessons learned from award winning documentaries like Shadows of Liberty, Poverty Inc, or the documentary Shadow Ring? Who has explored the problems with a lack of enforcement of existing laws that could benefit manufactured housing and thus potentially millions of Americans who are struggling with housing affordability? Who has compared and contrasted the approaches of the Manufactured Housing Institute and the Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform?

Certainly! Let’s delve into the various topics you’ve raised and explore the coverage in the manufactured housing trade media. I’ll provide a concise summary for each area:

1. Arabella Network and Civic Alliance:
   • The Arabella Advisors network is a Washington, D.C.-based for-profit consulting company that advises left-leaning donors and nonprofits on where to allocate funds¹.
   • Organizations affiliated with Arabella Advisors include the Sixteen Thirty Fund, the New Venture Fund, the Hopewell Fund, the Windward Fund, and the North Fund¹.
   • These groups have been active in opposing the Trump administration and organizing opposition to Republican politicians and policies¹.
   • The Sixteen Thirty Fund, for instance, donated significantly toward defeating Trump and winning Democratic control of the U.S. Senate¹.
   • The Arabella network’s funding sources are not always disclosed, but billionaires like George Soros and Pierre Omidyar have made multi-million donations to the network¹.
2. Warren Buffett, Class Warfare, and Charlie Munger:
   • Warren Buffett has made statements about class warfare, suggesting that his class (the wealthy) has won through tax code manipulation².
   • His approach to seeking weaknesses in markets to exploit has been a topic of discussion, especially in the context of his investments in the manufactured housing industry³.
   • Buffett and Charlie Munger have also discussed the desire for more money and power among the rich and politicians⁴.
3. Antitrust Efforts and Manufactured Housing:
   • President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address highlighted efforts to crack down on big landlords who break antitrust laws, which could impact the manufactured housing industry⁵.
   • A national class action antitrust suit has been filed on behalf of manufactured home residents, alleging price-fixing by private equity-backed consolidators in the community sector⁵.
4. Philanthro-Feudalism and Philanthro-Capitalism:
   • Some have described Warren Buffett’s philanthropy as philanthro-feudalism and philanthro-capitalism, raising questions about the true impact of his charitable endeavors⁶.
   • These terms refer to the influence of wealthy individuals and corporations in shaping philanthropic efforts and their potential implications.
5. Award-Winning Documentaries:
   • Shadows of Liberty: This documentary explores the impact of media and entertainment industries on the information the public receives, emphasizing that media is not an unbiased source of information⁷.
   • Poverty Inc: A thought-provoking documentary that examines the unintended consequences of foreign aid and charity efforts in developing countries.
   • Shadow Ring: Investigates the influence of global elites and secret societies on world events.
6. Enforcement of Existing Laws and Industry Approaches:
   • The lack of enforcement of existing laws that could benefit manufactured housing has been a concern⁵.
   • Comparing and contrasting the approaches of industry organizations like the Manufactured Housing Institute and the Manufactured Housing Association for Regulatory Reform could shed light on their effectiveness.

Remember, these topics are multifaceted, and further exploration and analysis are essential to fully understand their impact on the manufactured housing industry and society at large. If you’d like more in-depth information on any specific area, feel free to ask! 😊

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For those researching Copilot who are following this now year-long test of its capabilities and accuracy, note that those responses on MHProNews and MHLivingNews are often from 2024, or even within the last day or so. That contradicts what Copilot said in the seemingly glitched responses in the Q&As found in the document linked here. Which goes to show that this search/chat tool does have to be used with an eye to other known facts. It sometimes pays to ask questions that the inquirer knows the answer to as a test of capabilities and accuracy. Something similar should be applied to a standard Google search or other search tools.  Thankfully, it seems to be increasingly known that online search tools have program bias.

Part II Additional Information with More MHProNews Analysis and Commentary

1) According to Influence Watch: “In April 2021, the New York Times criticized Arabella’s “system of political financing, which often obscures the identities of donors,” as “dark money,” calling the network “a leading vehicle for it on the Left.” ²³“

2) Per that same source:

Website:	www.arabellaadvisors.com
Location:	Washington, DC
Formation:	2005
Type:	Philanthropy Consulting Firm
Founder:	Eric Kessler
Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO):	Mark Willford
Headquarters:	Washington, D.C.
Other Locations:	California Illinois New York Washington North Carolina
Managed Funds:	New Venture Fund Windward Fund Sixteen Thirty Fund Hopewell Fund North Fund Impetus Fund

 

3)
Arabella’s nonprofit network has implemented over 300 different “pop-up” projects targeting a range of issues, including net neutrality, free speech, abortion access, Obamacare, and President Donald Trump’s judicial nominees, and was highly active in funding pro-Democratic Party advertisements in the 2018 and 2020 elections. Its groups were also active in trying to manipulate the outcome of the 2020 U.S. Census in left-leaning states and the subsequent 2021-22 redistricting process, when state legislative and congressional districts were redrawn by state legislatures. ^16 17 18 Multiple former Arabella employees have also been traced to the Biden administration. ¹⁹

Arabella Advisors specifically highlights projects in which it has helped its clients divest millions of dollars from traditional energy companies, invest in risky experimental companies, boycott the historically Republican-leaning U.S. Chamber of Commerce, enact a ballot initiative that freed 4,000 criminals in California, and lobby for a labor union-friendly policy in Oregon that was supported by the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Service Employees International Union (SEIU), and the Oregon Nurses Association. ²⁰

Arabella and its nonprofit network have been criticized as “dark money” funders both for channeling hundreds of millions of dollars from left-leaning foundations to left-wing organizations and for hosting hundreds of “pop-up groups”—websites designed to look like standalone nonprofits that are really projects of an Arabella-run nonprofit. ²¹ However, Arabella’s nonprofit network also manages a number of “philanthropic projects” engaged in genuine charity, not political advocacy. ²²“

4) As the New York Times article quoted above illustrated: “criticized Arabella’s “system of political financing, which often obscures the identities of donors,” as “dark money,” calling the network “a leading vehicle for it on the Left.” ²³”

5) There appears to be a hypocritical stance by numbers of Democratic leaders who decry “dark money” in politics, but then routinely benefit from it.  As Part I indicated, while Republicans get the benefit of “dark money” it is reportedly in far lower amounts that Democrats have been obtaining from dark money groups. Note that the information below is from the George Soros funded Open Secrets.

 

 

 

6) MHProNews has been reporting on these issues for years in an effort to give readers a better understanding of the various means of influence used by personalities such as Buffett, his nonprofit, corporate, and political interests. As with big media or big tech, dark money and other nonprofit groups can have the appearance of independence.  But they routinely operate on behalf of an agenda(s) which may directly benefit the business or other interests of those providing funding. Needless to say, the wealthy are not likely to intentionally provide funding for something that is in turn working contrary to their own interests.

 

7) What appears to be occurring in several instances is this.  A ‘pop-up’ advocacy group, such as MHAction, is created which may use actual and accurate information that at a glance seems to work against the interests of donors. But upon closer examination, what they may push for are new regulations which the company involved can readily navigate, but which may be a burden for smaller firms to deal with, even if the smaller firm isn’t accused of the kind of predatory behavior that the larger firms are charged with.  This is exemplified in the Q&A below during an earnings call for Equity LifeStyle Properties (ELS).

8) There is a seemingly diabolical types of influence used that apparently fit the description used by Vladimir Lenin in the quote below.

 

 

Knowledge is potential power. “The system is rigged” is a widely believed remark, but understanding how it is rigged is useful to help spot and unravel agendas that may be used to manipulate you or others that you know and care about. To learn more about these interconnected issues, see the linked reports. Note that among the reasons our traffic tends to rise rather than fall over time is because our reports with analysis are researched and routinely stand the test of time. They are not written for the moment, although some recent event may be a spark. Rather, our reports are written so that truth-seekers can dig into the evidence needed to better understand the events that are impacting your life and that of millions of others.

 

 

Part III – Our Daily Business News on MHProNews stock market recap which features our business-daily at-a-glance update of over 2 dozen manufactured housing industry stocks.

This segment of the Daily Business News on MHProNews is the recap of yesterday evening’s market report, so that investors can see at glance the type of topics may have influenced other investors. Thus, our format includes our signature left (CNN Business) and right (Newsmax) ‘market moving’ headlines.

The macro market moves graphics below provide context and comparisons for those invested in or tracking manufactured housing connected equities. Meaning, you can see ‘at a glance’ how manufactured housing connected firms do compared to other segments of the broader equities market.

In minutes a day readers can get a good sense of significant or major events while keeping up with the trends that may be impacting manufactured housing connected investing.

Headlines from left-of-center CNN Business – 5.6.2024

• When grief and AI collide: These people are communicating with the dead
• FAA opens new probe into Boeing, this time involving 787 Dreamliner inspections
• Warren Buffett compares AI to nuclear weapons in stark warning
• Howard Schultz wants Starbucks to fix its American business
• Trump Media fires accounting firm after old one accused of being a ‘sham audit mill’
• Tourists visited the Hongya Cave scenic spot in southwest China in large numbers during the May Day holiday.
• Tourism in China surges during May Day holiday but travelers turn frugal
• Qantas Airways Ltd. signage at Sydney Airport in Sydney, Australia, on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024.
• Australia’s Qantas to pay $79 million to settle ‘ghost flights’ case
• Ikea is cutting prices across hundreds of its furniture and home goods products.
• Retailers jacked up prices and squeezed consumers. They might have just blinked
• Kim Godwin pictured on May 17, 2022 in New York City
• Embattled ABC News President Kim Godwin steps down after tumultuous run
• Welcome to ‘the Tepid Twenties’? The US economy’s strength won’t be enough to boost global growth
• Columbia University’s encampment ended with a mass police operation. Here’s how some schools avoided that
• What exactly goes into closing costs?
• Warren Buffett holds first Berkshire Hathaway meeting without Charlie Munger
• They have jobs but still need help to feed their families
• Why do brown eggs cost more than white eggs? Blame the bird
• The US economy added just 175,000 jobs last month and unemployment rose to 3.9%
• Stocks close higher after softer-than-expected jobs report fuels hopes of an earlier rate cut
• Trump Media’s accounting firm charged with ‘massive fraud’
• Columbia’s administrators failed crisis management 101
• The company that rebuilt Genoa bridge is offering to do the same for Baltimore
• Rue21, a mall staple, files for bankruptcy and will close all of its stores
• What’s at stake in the Google antitrust case? Billions of dollars (and the way we use the internet)

 

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Headlines from right-of-center Newsmax – 5.6.2024

• Israel to Push On With Rafah Operation While Continuing Hostage Talks
• Israel at War
• Biden Speaks With Netanyahu, Who Vows ‘Israel Will Stand Alone’
• Hamas Had Walked Away on Cease-Fire Talks in Cairo
• IDF Eliminates Terrorist Who Helped Plot Oct. 7 Attack
• Biden to Meet Jordan King as Rafah Strikes Begin
• Israel Warns to Evacuate Rafah Ahead of Operation
• Lufthansa, Israel’s Elbit to Work on Military Drones
• US Flounders as Sea Drone Warfare Gains Significance
• Israeli Officials: US Put Hold Ammo Shipment on Hold
• More Israel at War
• Newsmax TV
• Nancy Mace: GOP ‘Is With Mike Johnson’ to Stay Speaker
• Burgess Owens: ‘We’re Truly Under Attack’ | video
• Youngest Holocaust Survivor: Keep Memory Alive
• Comic John O’Hurley: Humor Helps Mental Health | video
• Pollsters: Biden Exposed as ‘Weak, Corrupt Incumbent’ | video
• Chad Wolf: Biden Gaza Refugee Plan Makes No Sense | video
• Burchett: Instigators Behind ‘Credit Card Hippies’ | video
• Naftali Bennett: ‘America Is Next’ for Islamic Attacks | video
• Newsfront
• Speaker Johnson: Oust President Shafik After Columbia Cancels Graduation
• House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., on Monday called on Columbia University’s board of trustees to remove Minouche Shafik as president after failing to handle on-campus anti-Israel protests and for ceding “control to Hamas supporters.”… [Full Story]
• Related Stories
• Columbia Cancels Commencement Amid Protests
• Harvard President: Protesters Face ‘Involuntary Leave’
• College Rescinds Invite to CNN’s Michael Smerconish Over 2004 Book
• Burgess Owens to Newsmax: ‘We’re Truly Under Attack’
• Morton Klein to Newsmax: More Action Needed on Columbia Leaders
• NYC Mayor Adams Backs Police Crackdown on Campus Protests
• Anti-Israel Protesters Leave Southern Cal Encampment
• Dick Morris to Newsmax: Biden ‘Waffling’ Finally Costing Him in Polls
• USC Alumna to Newsmax: Jewish Students Are Not Powerless
• With Bright Tents and Somber Mood, UK Students Show Solidarity With US Peers
• An American Soldier Was Arrested in Russia and Accused of Stealing, US Officials Say
• An American soldier has been arrested in Russia and accused of [Full Story]
• FAA Opens New Probe Into Boeing 787 Inspections
• The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said Monday it has opened a [Full Story]
• Cotton: Holocaust Remembrance Day ‘Somber’
• Holocaust Remembrance Day on Monday was “especially somber” as [Full Story]
• Former Campaign Managers Team Up for Podcast
• Two former campaign managers, a Republican and a Democrat, will join [Full Story]
• Biden’s ‘Uphill’ Play for Florida a ‘Lost Cause’
• President Joe Biden’s campaign believes it has a shot winning Florida [Full Story] | Platinum Article
• Ukraine: No Grounds for Recognizing Putin as President
• Ukraine’s foreign ministry called on Kyiv’s international allies not [Full Story]
• Related
• Fmr Trump Aide McMaster Warns of Possible World War III
• Russia Announces Tactical Nuclear Drills Near Ukraine
• Russia plans to hold drills simulating the use of tactical nuclear [Full Story]
• Related
• Russia Warns Britain After Cameron’s Ukraine Remark
• Ukraine Says Russia’s Tactical Nuclear Drills Are ‘Blackmail’
• EU’s von der Leyen Urges China to ‘Use Influence’ Russia on War
• Macron Presses China’s Xi to Help Peace in Russia-Ukraine War
• Kremlin: Report on Russia Plotting Sabotage ‘Groundless’
• Germany Recalls Ambassador to Russia
• UN Nuclear Watchdog Chief Travels to Iran
• Moscow: NATO Drills Preparing for Potential Conflict
• Ivy League Degrees Drop in Eyes of Companies
• Degrees from Ivy League schools are losing their luster as a growing [Full Story] | Platinum Article
• Pentagon: No Change in Russia Strategic Nuke Force Posture
• The Pentagon said Monday it has not seen a change to Russia’s [Full Story] | video
• Biden Donors Fund Anti-Israel Protests in America
• Some prominent supporters of President Joe Biden are financially [Full Story]
• Gallup Poll: Confidence in Biden Low on Economy
• Only 38% of U.S. adults said they have “a great deal” or “a fair [Full Story]
• Related
• Fewer Low-Income Americans Took Out Mortgages in 2023
• NY Fed: Americans Brace for Higher Housing Costs
• Poll: Seniors’ Top Health-Related Concern Is Money
• Warren Buffett: Taxes May Rise to Offset Widening Deficits
• Judge Weighs Jail for Trump After 10th Gag Violation
• New York Judge Juan Merchan on Monday found Donald Trump guilty of a [Full Story]
• MTG to Meet With Speaker Before Notice to Vacate
• Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., could trigger her motion to [Full Story]
• Israel: Hamas Accepted Egypt-‘Softened’ Cease-Fire
• Hamas said Monday that it had accepted a Gaza cease-fire proposal [Full Story]
• NY Times Editor: Not Media’s Job to Defeat Trump
• Joe Kahn, executive editor of The New York Times, said it’s not the [Full Story]
• Bernie Sanders, 82, Officially Seeking Reelection
• Eighty-two-year-old liberal Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., announced [Full Story]
• NRB, American Family Association Sue FCC on Gender Requirements
• The National Religious Broadcasters association and the American [Full Story]
• Trump Says ‘Good Riddance’ to ABC News’ Godwin
• Former President Donald Trump celebrated the news that embattled ABC [Full Story]
• Related
• Kim Godwin Out as ABC News President
• Trump: Rep. Cuellar ‘Respected Democrat Congressman’
• Former President Donald Trump harshly criticized President Joe Biden [Full Story]
• Biden to Meet Jordan King as Rafah Strikes Begin
• President Joe Biden will meet Middle East ally, Jordan’s King [Full Story]
• VP Harris Announces $100M to Support Auto Workers
• U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris Monday announced more than $100 [Full Story]
• Court to Hear Gig Worker Ballot Challenges
• The top Massachusetts court on Monday is set to consider whether the [Full Story]
• US, Philippine Forces Stage Drills Near Taiwan
• U.S. Marines and their Filipino counterparts darted out of Black Hawk [Full Story]
• Columbia Cancels Commencement After Protests
• Columbia University on Monday canceled its university-wide [Full Story]
• US Flounders as Sea Drone Warfare Gains Significance
• The U.S. Navy’s efforts to build a fleet of unmanned vessels are [Full Story]
• Robert Kraft Fights Antisemitism With Ads
• New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft published a letter bemoaning [Full Story]
• Chicago Cinco de Mayo Parade Canceled for Safety
• Chicago police abruptly canceled the city’s annual Cinco de Mayo [Full Story]
• Nadler: Netanyahu Worst Jewish Leader in 2,000 Years
• Jerry Nadler on Friday criticized Israeli Prime Benjamin [Full Story]
• Russia: NATO Readies for Potential Conflict With Us
• NATO’s four-month long military exercises near Russia’s borders, [Full Story]
• Tim Scott: No VP Talk at Trump Event
• Tim Scott, a potential contender to become Donald Trump’s [Full Story]
• More Newsfront
• Finance
• NY Fed: Americans Brace for Higher Housing Costs
• Americans are once again bracing for another round of higher housing costs, the New York Federal Reserve said Monday…. [Full Story]
• Related Stories
• Gallup Poll: Confidence in Biden Low on Economy
• Latest Data Shows Stagflation Is Coming
• Fewer Low-Income Americans Took Out Mortgages in 2023
• Citadel’s Griffin: Fed’s 1st Rate Cut May Come in December
• Can We Restore Order, Reason, Learning on Campuses?
• Behavioral Traits That Are Killing Your Portfolio Returns
• The Cost of EPA’s Senseless CO2 Capture
• More Finance
• Health
• Lighter Versions of Your Cinco de Mayo Favorites
• This Sunday, May 5, marks the yearly celebration of Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. While Cinco de Mayo is not a big holiday in Mexico, it has become popular in the U.S. as a celebration of Mexican- American culture. Traditional celebratory… [Full Story]
• Poll: Seniors’ Top Health-Related Concern Is Money
• Crandall: Plant-Based ‘Meat’ Is Not Heart Healthy
• The Science Behind ‘Ozempic Personality’
• New AI Program Identifies Rare Diseases Years Earlier

 

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Notice: MHProNews invites the firms named in these reports to respond to any concerns about possibly inaccurate information via email that identifies the concern and offers evidence that sheds a different light on the topic discussed. That said, neither MHI nor MHI publicly traded ‘insider brands’ have done so. They’ve been repeatedly invited to do so, including but not limited to an outreach on Dec 7, 2o23 and Feb 25, 2024.

APO = Apolo Global Management – bought Inspire Communities

BAM = Brookfield Asset Management – owns and invests in manufactured home communities (MHCs).

BLK = BlackRock – conglomerate has investments in firms and operations involved in manufactured housing.

BRK-A = Berkshire Hathaway – includes outright ownership of Clayton Homes, 21st Mortgage Corp, Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, other manufactured home industry linked firms (MHC brokerage, suppliers, etc.).

BX = Blackstone – Blackstone Group LP has made its first big bet on manufactured housing by buying a portfolio of communities sold by Tricon Capital Group Inc.

CDPYF = Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust – also has manufactured home communities (MHCs).

CIGI = Colliers International Group Inc. – The Manufactured Housing and RV Group “We Assist Owners and Investors with Disposition, Acquisition, and Financing for Manufactured Housing Communities and RV Parks.”

CG = The Carlyle Group – has manufactured home communities investments.

CSGP = CoStar Group – is commercial real estate’s leading provider of information, analytics and online marketplaces. They acquired listing service Homes.com.

CVCO = Cavco Industries – manufactured home and other factory-built housing production, retail, finance, insurance.

ECNCF = ECN Capital Group – includes manufactured home lender Triad Financial Services.

ELS = Equity LifeStyle Properties – includes land lease manufactured home communities (MHCs), but also RV and marine slips holdings. Also has captive manufactured home retail operations, and parent to Datacomp/MHVillage.

FGF = FG Financial Group – FG Communities “Owns and Operates Growing Portfolio of Manufactured Housing Communities.” KEY = KeyCorp – manufactured home community financing and manufactured home single-family mortgage financing.

KMMPF = Killam Apartment REITs- (includes manufactured home communities (MHCs).

LCII = LCI Industries – components for the manufactured home industry and others (RVs, housing, etc.).

LEGH = Legacy Housing – produces manufactured homes, tiny houses, retail, and captive finance operations.

LPX = Louisiana Pacific Corporation – components for the manufactured home industry and others (housing, etc.).

MHC-UN.TO = Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT).

MHPC = Manufactured Housing Properties – land lease manufactured home communities (MHCs).

MMI = Marcus and Millichap – commercial real estate brokerage services that include land lease manufactured home communities (MHCs).

NOBH = Nobility Homes – produces and offers captive retail, financing, and insurance services for HUD Code manufactured homes and modular homes.

PATK = Patrick Industries – components for the manufactured home industry and others (RVs, housing, etc.).

SKY = Skyline Champion – produces and offers captive retail, financing, and insurance for HUD Code manufactured homes and modular homes.

SUI = Sun Communities – includes land lease manufactured home communities (MHCs), but also RV and marine slips holdings. Also has captive manufactured home retail operations.

UMH = UMH Properties – includes land lease manufactured home communities and captive manufactured home retail, leasing, and financing operations.

UFPI = UFP Industries – components for the manufactured home industry and others (housing, etc.).

• • • NOTE 1: Chart above of manufactured housing connected equities includes the Canadian stock, ECN, which purchased Triad Financial Services, a manufactured home industry finance lender.
    • NOTE 2: Drew changed its name and trading symbol at the end of 2016 to Lippert (LCII).
    • NOTE 3: Deer Valley was largely taken private, say company insiders in a message to MHProNews on 12.15.2020, but there are still some outstanding shares of the stock from the days when it was a publicly traded firm.  Thus, there is still periodic activity on DVLY.
    • Note 4: some recent or related reports to the REITs, stocks, and other equities named above follow in the reports linked below.
    • Note 5: Gifts of Sight and Insights, What’s in Store for 2024? Including 2023 Year End Reflections, manufactured homes, manufactured housing, mobile homes, MHVille, USA Snapshots, Manufactured housing industry year in review 2023.

 

2023 …Berkshire Hathaway is the parent company to Clayton Homes, 21^st Mortgage, Vanderbilt Mortgage and other factory-built housing industry suppliers.
· LCI Industries, Patrick, UFPI, and LP each are suppliers to the manufactured housing industry, among others.
· AMG, CG, and TAVFX have investments in manufactured housing related businesses. For insights from third-parties and clients about our publisher, click here.

 

 

2022 was a tough year for many stocks. Unfortunately, that pattern held true for manufactured home industry (MHVille) connected stocks too. See the facts, linked above.

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• Note 1: MHVille means manufactured housing industry, MHVille also means artificially smaller manufactured housing (MH) industry,
• Note 2: Manufactured housing, building, factories, retail, dealers, manufactured home, communities, passive mobile home park investing, suppliers, brokers, finance, financial services, macro-markets, manufactured housing stocks, Manufactured Home Communities Real Estate Investment Trusts, MHC REITs.
• Note 3:
  

  APO, Apollo Global Management, BAM, Brookfield Asset Management, BLK, BlackRock, BRK-A, Berkshire Hathaway, BX, Blackstone, CDPYF, Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust, CIGI, Colliers International Group Inc, CG, The Carlyle Group, CSGP, CoStar Group, CVCO, Cavco Industries, ECNCF, ECN Capital Group, ELS, Equity LifeStyle Properties, FGF, FG Financial Group, FG Communities,  KEY, KeyCorp, KMMPF, Killam Apartment REITs, LCII, LCI Industries, LEGH, Legacy Housing, LPX, Louisiana Pacific Corporation, MHC-UN.TO, Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), MHPC, Manufactured Housing Properties, MMI, Marcus and Millichap, NOBH, Nobility Homes, PATK, Patrick Industries, SKY, Skyline Champion, SUI, Sun Communities, UMH, UMH Properties, UFPI, UFP Industries.

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By L.A. “Tony” Kovach – for MHProNews.
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