Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 2, 2016
Do you believe action should be taken to require the disclosure of beneficial ownership information upon incorporation?
Said by
Maxine Waters
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Waters questions the need for transparency in ownership information to combat terrorism financing.

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