"Look, as a strong proponent of the State-based system, I think it is a tremendous example of States' rights and something that has worked significantly well."
"And should we not have somebody at the table with insurance experience and a regulatory scheme at the table with the IAIS, instead of somebody in a regulatory scheme for the Federal Government?"
"Insurance is ultimately about how we, as a Nation, manage risk."
"The number one job in the country today is a compliance officer. Isn't that a shame?"
"No, there is no due process--"
"Stability and certainty in the legal environment means ensuring that people can innovate and live their lives with confidence."
"If you believe in due process than why not--if we are going to have SIFI (systemically important financial institutions) designations..."
"Thank you for not increasing your budget request this year. That is rather refreshing to see that more can be done with less."
"I would hope also that if any asset managers were of such a significantly important financial institution that you would allow them the opportunity to be recognized early on to have an opportunity to ..."
"They can't afford it. They are going to eventually have to register as an investment adviser and--"
"Many potentially high-growth companies often face a deficit in independent investment research and a lack of liquidity after going public."