Category Archives: Financial Reform

Change.org: “Victory against big banks!”

“Score one for a customer rebellion!” — that’s how Diane Sawyer announced on ABC Nightly News Friday night that big banks are backing off debit card fees after 300,000 people signed Molly Katchpole’s Change.org petition against Bank of America’s $5 debit

Change.org: “Victory against big banks!”

“Score one for a customer rebellion!” — that’s how Diane Sawyer announced on ABC Nightly News Friday night that big banks are backing off debit card fees after 300,000 people signed Molly Katchpole’s Change.org petition against Bank of America’s $5 debit

BOA CEO Brain Moynihan has Marie Antoinette moment on CNBC re: the economy.

In a CNBC interview, Bank of America CEO Brian Harris defends the bank’s new $5 monthly debit card fee and talks about how speedy foreclosures will help our economy: A year ago, Bank of America was among the many banks caught in

BOA CEO Brain Moynihan has Marie Antoinette moment on CNBC re: the economy.

In a CNBC interview, Bank of America CEO Brian Harris defends the bank’s new $5 monthly debit card fee and talks about how speedy foreclosures will help our economy: A year ago, Bank of America was among the many banks caught in

Message to Republicans that Elizabeth Warren Stays is Growing.

As if anybody would have any other notion of how Republicans feel about Prof. Elizabeth Warren … People for the American Way is circulating a petition to make sure Republican leadership get the message that ordinary citizens won’t stand for

Message to Republicans that Elizabeth Warren Stays is Growing.

As if anybody would have any other notion of how Republicans feel about Prof. Elizabeth Warren … People for the American Way is circulating a petition to make sure Republican leadership get the message that ordinary citizens won’t stand for

Another Loophole. $3.6 Trillion from foreign depositors in US banks non-taxable.

While the GOP continues its death march on the the middle-class, seniors, youth, the poor (which covers most of us), making Sherman’s “march to the sea” across the South pale in comparison, the IRS is looking at ways to get

Another Loophole. $3.6 Trillion from foreign depositors in US banks non-taxable.

While the GOP continues its death march on the the middle-class, seniors, youth, the poor (which covers most of us), making Sherman’s “march to the sea” across the South pale in comparison, the IRS is looking at ways to get

Banks see Durbin Amend as PAC-Man to ATMs

Banks are not liking the impact of the Durbin Amendment (Dodd Frank Act) and the new laws that attempt to put the brakes on them overcharging you and me ridiculous bank fees. Not to worry, they’ve got lots of remedies

Banks see Durbin Amend as PAC-Man to ATMs

Banks are not liking the impact of the Durbin Amendment (Dodd Frank Act) and the new laws that attempt to put the brakes on them overcharging you and me ridiculous bank fees. Not to worry, they’ve got lots of remedies

Timing and Merits of the Release of FCIC’s Report on the Financial and Economic Crisis

On January 27, 2011, the national commission tasked to review and determine the root causes of our economic crisis released its Final Report of the National Commission on the Causes of the Financial and Economic Crisis in the United States.

Timing and Merits of the Release of FCIC’s Report on the Financial and Economic Crisis

On January 27, 2011, the national commission tasked to review and determine the root causes of our economic crisis released its Final Report of the National Commission on the Causes of the Financial and Economic Crisis in the United States.

McConnell and Boehner Cannot Afford to Compromise

I watched the above video and I have to say that I disagree that both sides are polarized.The American people have watched and listened as President Obama has stated – ad nauseam — his intentions to work together with the GOP.

McConnell and Boehner Cannot Afford to Compromise

I watched the above video and I have to say that I disagree that both sides are polarized.The American people have watched and listened as President Obama has stated – ad nauseam — his intentions to work together with the GOP.

“I’m from Missouri. You’ve got to show me.”

The plight of Rutgers Freshman Tyler Clementi who took his life after having his intimate moments secretly taped and posted online is not just an issue for the LGBT community. It is an issue for us all. CBS news reported

“I’m from Missouri. You’ve got to show me.”

The plight of Rutgers Freshman Tyler Clementi who took his life after having his intimate moments secretly taped and posted online is not just an issue for the LGBT community. It is an issue for us all. CBS news reported

Dems Pass Bill to help Small Businesses. Reps Pass Out Pledge to Keep Bush Economic Meltdown Growing

This week’s scorecard may not be perfect, however, we can still celebrate. Democrats achieved a significant win for small businesses, the backbone of our economy, by passing a bill that provides real assistance: Specifically, small businesses will get: $12 billion in

Dems Pass Bill to help Small Businesses. Reps Pass Out Pledge to Keep Bush Economic Meltdown Growing

This week’s scorecard may not be perfect, however, we can still celebrate. Democrats achieved a significant win for small businesses, the backbone of our economy, by passing a bill that provides real assistance: Specifically, small businesses will get: $12 billion in

GOP Strategy: Distract Democrats and Restore Bush Policies

The Washington Post reported late last night that Republicans are determined to keep in place the Bush policies we fought so hard to get out from under. The policies that have driven this country to the edge of the cliff

GOP Strategy: Distract Democrats and Restore Bush Policies

The Washington Post reported late last night that Republicans are determined to keep in place the Bush policies we fought so hard to get out from under. The policies that have driven this country to the edge of the cliff

GOTea Party Denies Health Coverage to 9/11 Victims. Where’s Our Outrage!

Just look at what the GOTea party did on the floor of the House yesterday. They denied, after nine long years, health care coverage to 9/11 victims. That’s beyond sad. That’s criminal. Is Rep. Weiner “over the top” in this

GOTea Party Denies Health Coverage to 9/11 Victims. Where’s Our Outrage!

Just look at what the GOTea party did on the floor of the House yesterday. They denied, after nine long years, health care coverage to 9/11 victims. That’s beyond sad. That’s criminal. Is Rep. Weiner “over the top” in this

Call John Boehner and Just say No to Repeal of Financial Reform

It looks like every week we get — and I send — requests to call our legislators to support one action after another. That’s fine. We’re engaged and need to stay engaged. But after listening to Congressman John “The Tanned

Call John Boehner and Just say No to Repeal of Financial Reform

It looks like every week we get — and I send — requests to call our legislators to support one action after another. That’s fine. We’re engaged and need to stay engaged. But after listening to Congressman John “The Tanned

Wall Street Banking Bill in Senate’s Hands. Tell them to Stand for the People.

I went to fill up my car today and gas jumped from $2.85 to $3.07 a gallon.  It really gets under my skin when I see how much money I am shelling out for everyday items and then hear GOP

Wall Street Banking Bill in Senate’s Hands. Tell them to Stand for the People.

I went to fill up my car today and gas jumped from $2.85 to $3.07 a gallon.  It really gets under my skin when I see how much money I am shelling out for everyday items and then hear GOP

Should Bernanke be Appointed to Another 6-Year Term As Fed Reserve Chair?

On Thursday, December 3, 2009, the Senate Banking Committee will hold hearings on whether to confirm Ben Bernanke, who was first appointed by George W. Bush, to another six-year term as Chair of the Federal Reserve. Should Bernanke be appointed

Should Bernanke be Appointed to Another 6-Year Term As Fed Reserve Chair?

On Thursday, December 3, 2009, the Senate Banking Committee will hold hearings on whether to confirm Ben Bernanke, who was first appointed by George W. Bush, to another six-year term as Chair of the Federal Reserve. Should Bernanke be appointed

Money, money, money … Big banks need more of our money.

The headline story today is all about America’s banks on track to earn record profits and pay out record amounts of bonuses to their top brass. Has anyone noticed that we are still in shock from the financial crisis?  Apparently

Money, money, money … Big banks need more of our money.

The headline story today is all about America’s banks on track to earn record profits and pay out record amounts of bonuses to their top brass. Has anyone noticed that we are still in shock from the financial crisis?  Apparently

Senator Dodd: Rally on Credit Card Bill & Town Hall on Health Care Reform

There are two big events with Senator Dodd coming up this weekend, providing two opportunities for him to hear from us–especially on the issue of health care reform! On Friday May 15 and Saturday May 16, Senator Chris Dodd is

Senator Dodd: Rally on Credit Card Bill & Town Hall on Health Care Reform

There are two big events with Senator Dodd coming up this weekend, providing two opportunities for him to hear from us–especially on the issue of health care reform! On Friday May 15 and Saturday May 16, Senator Chris Dodd is