I'm all with the president in getting after the bad apples, ... But at the same time, you also have to make changes in the system to give us some assurance that these things won't [happen] again. -Paul Sarbanes

 

I'm all with the president in getting after the bad apples, ... But at the same time, you also have to make changes in the system to give us some assurance that these things won't [happen] again.


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The fact that the President is calling for still more tax cuts at the same time the Congress is being asked to add $800 billion to the Federal debt ceiling is beyond reckless-it places in jeopardy our future economic strength and the economic security of all Americans.

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Companies that go public should understand that there are responsibilities as well as benefits to going public.

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Obviously, if the 'books are cooked,' investors can't have confidence. This leads to the erosion of confidence in the transparency of American capital markets, which have been a tremendous asset and important economic engine to the United States. -Paul Sarbanes
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We are facing a crisis of confidence that is eroding the public's trust in our markets, and poses a real threat to our economic health, ... The strain on the economy is deep and spreading.

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These are the very names that were provided to Mr. Bolton, is that correct?

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This bill strengthens corporate accountability and auditor integrity, addresses conflicts of interest, and protects employees, pension holders and investors against fraud and deception. -Paul Sarbanes
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It's not an issue with which you can or should be playing political games.

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