Political Quotes

“Too many families and individuals across Oregon and across our country are struggling to get ahead. I know the sacrifice that is involved in each and every dollar they set aside to contribute to their retirement. Building a stable base for retirement security should be within reach for everyone. That is why I will vote ``no'' on H.J. Res. 88. Consumer protection is one of the reasons I am standing on the House floor today. Throughout my career, I have advocated for families who, despite their best efforts, have found their financial and retirement security at risk. At Legal Aid, I helped families who were on the brink of losing everything; as a consumer protection attorney at the Federal Trade Commission, I took on mortgage brokers who had defrauded people out of their homes; and in private practice, I represented people who lost their life savings when they relied on misrepresentations by people selling securities and franchises. I pay close attention to the fiduciary rule because I know that consumer protection laws can keep Americans financially secure and level the playing field. A thriving marketplace without deceptive practices can restore consumer confidence and grow the economy. For too long, people saving for retirement have had few tools to know if their financial adviser was directing them to a product that was in their best interest and most appropriate for their specific needs and goals.…”