Michael Capuano
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Mike Capuano is a former U.S. Representative from Massachusetts, serving from 1999 to 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, he represented Massachusetts's 8th congressional district. During his tenure, Capuano was known for his advocacy on issues such as healthcare, education, and civil rights. He served on several committees, including the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, where he focused on infrastructure development and public transportation improvements in his district.
May 18, 2009
You have every right to say anything you want. Go right ahead. You don't have a right to sell it.
May 18, 2009
What happened to the credit rating agencies that rated Enron's financial status?
May 18, 2009
I can't believe any of you really believe that credit rating agencies' judgments, right now, is trusted by anybody in their right mind.
May 18, 2009
I don't understand why I have to accept the fact that issuer-paid business will continue to go on forever.
May 18, 2009
If that's the case, I have a proposal, at least when it comes to municipal bonds, to simply require agencies to base their opinion on the ability to repay that debt.
May 18, 2009
I consider myself a major defender of the First Amendment, and I would do whatever I can to maintain the freedom of speech.
May 18, 2009
I want a strong, independent voice to help make--allow the market to make thoughtful judgments on investments.
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