During the previous election cycles, there have been opportunities for Presidential candidates to formulate and test financial control systems. Their resourcefulness and dedication in complying with Federal disclosure provisions have produced some effective controls and procedures. This Manual includes essential compliance and financial control considerations, as well as discussions of subjects that have proven problematic in past election cycles, including: payrolls, debts and obligations, campaign travel, banking, mgmt. controls, taxable income, state taxes, and more.