Political Quotes

Stephen Lee Fincher: “I think at its core is a very simple idea, that banks of any size should not be allowed to use taxpayer-backed support…”

On the recordJanuary 14, 2014
I think at its core is a very simple idea, that banks of any size should not be allowed to use taxpayer-backed support to make risky or reckless bets for their own profit.
Said by
Stephen Lee Fincher
Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Fincher emphasizes the principle behind the Volcker Rule against risky bank trading.

Share

More from Stephen Lee Fincher

May 23, 2016

We must mentor and support Financial Intelligence Units in vulnerable countries that lack the rule of law.

congress.gov
Sep 28, 2016

This is the banking industry. Actually, it exists based on trust.

congress.gov
Apr 18, 2016

Today's hearing will focus on how the United States can counter the plunder and sale of priceless cultural antiquities by the Islamic State and others.

congress.gov
Oct 26, 2015

I think my friend from South Carolina, the gentleman, is out of order. This is regular order. We are moving on as procedure.

govinfo.gov

Other voices in this conversation