Government shutdowns tend to be a non-factor for long-term portfolios, says Samuel Diarbakerly. Instead, he recommends focusing on discipline, diversification, and rebalancing (DDR). His top picks include high-quality names like Walmart (WMT) and Microsoft (MSFT). He's also bullish on JPMorgan Chase (JPM). Diarbakerly suggests having some exposure to alternative investments, such as private credit, hedge funds, and private equity, but with caution. Despite concerns about inflation, he remains optimistic about the economy and expects higher highs for the market this year, albeit with increased volatility.