Jack, it seems like common sense to ensure that lawmakers who often have access to privileged and confidential information can’t use it for personal financial gain. Yet, few rules are in place to stop them from doing so, and the number of potential conflicts of interest is eye-popping.
A recent report by the New York Times revealed that 97 members of Congress “bought or sold stock, bonds, or other financial assets that intersected with their congressional work or reported similar transactions by their spouse or a dependent child.”
Sign the petition: Members of Congress should not own or trade individual stock
SIGN THE PETITION
A recent poll (PDF) showed that 77% of all voters somewhat or strongly support a congressional stock trading ban.
Despite intense public pressure, Democratic leaders in Congress are dragging their heels on legislation prohibiting lawmakers from trading stocks. We must maintain pressure on our leaders to do the right thing and put that legislation to a floor vote now!
Lawmakers are in Congress to serve, not to gain an unfair advantage in the stock market. Sign the petition: Members of Congress should not be allowed to own or trade individual stock.
SIGN THE PETITION
Thank you for fighting with us,
Mayra Souza, Daily Kos
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