Bill Foster: “The decisions that we make in drawing up this budget will have tremendous impact on the lives of all Americans for years…”

I have been amused for a long time at how can it be that there is legislation supported by 70 or 80 percent of the public, a clear majority of Members of Congress, and yet we are not allowed to even vote on it.

This bill strengthens FSOC's capability to execute its mission by improving consistency, accountability, and outcomes for our financial system. I appreciate also Ranking Member Waters' support for this bill in committee and urge my…

Frankly, when I read about this, it triggered my PTSD from the AIG situation with credit default swaps during the financial crisis.

I guess when things are going well, as they currently are, it is all of our duties to look around the curve and see the risks that keep you up at night.