Posts Tagged ‘freedom of information’
Posted by Larry Doyle on March 15th, 2013 5:17 AM |
Do you ever think that politicians speak out of both sides of their mouth? Well, we know they do.
What do you make of the fact that our wizards in Washington during the current administration have passed pieces of legislation that would appear to be diametrically opposed to actual actions taken?
Standard double-speak, double-act? Let’s give credit where it is due to the folks at the Project on Government Oversight for highlighting the “bipolar” nature of our “governments” in Washington via the following pictorial: (more…)
Tags: Angela Canterbury, Berry vs Conyer and Northover, bipolar government in America, FOIA, freedom of information, lack of access in Washington, lack of transparency in US government, national security, Obama, Obama Administration, Obama two governments, Obama's two governments, POGO Sunshine week, political double talk, project on Government Oversight, Sunshine Week, Two American governments, Whistleblower Protection Act, whistleblower protections
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Posted by Larry Doyle on April 2nd, 2012 5:53 AM |
Freedom makes all things possible, right? No question.
Information is everything, correct? Also true.
As we pursue the American dream, our ability to access information in order to assess risks and opportunities is paramount to our ultimate success. I personally find this truth to be self-evident. Melding these two basic principles, at this point in our nation’s history, how free is information? Obviously, not all information is free and accessible. In matters of national security, our interests are served by protecting plenty of information.
However, what about other basic information in regard to Uncle Sam’s interactions and exchanges on Wall Street? (more…)
Tags: access to information on Wall Street, Bill Cohan, Bloomberg Bill Cohan, Federal Reserve, FOIA, freedom, freedom of information, information is everything, land of opportunity, land of the free, Wall Street's secrets, Why Are the Fed and SEC Keeping Wall Street's Secrets ?
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Posted by Larry Doyle on September 24th, 2010 8:20 AM |
The battle for truth, transparency, and integrity within the ring of our economic landscape is nothing short of a 15-round heavyweight brawl. With many rabbit punches thrown by those embedded in the Wall Street-Washington incestuous relationship parried and countered by those who want the aforementioned virtues, this encounter would be great entertainment if it were not so serious and impactful on our nation’s well being. Breaking news last night clearly had the judges giving the most recent round in this pugilistic engagement to those in the transparency corner. Let’s wind the tape and get after it.
With news that both Houses of Congress have now voted to repeal the SEC’s exemption from FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests, our ongoing pursuit of truth, transparency, and integrity won a round — but not yet the fight — yesterday. For those unaware of this story, I will offer some highlights, add some between round commentary, AND then ask the hard hitting questions you will most assuredly not see elsewhere.
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Tags: Darrell Issa, Dodd-Frank, Dodd-Frank Financial reform Act, FINRA, foia exemptions, Fox Business News, freedom of information, Gary Aguirre, House Passes Bill to Repeal SEC FOIA Rule, Mary Schapiro, SEC, SEC FOIA exemptions, section 929I
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Posted by Larry Doyle on September 17th, 2010 8:03 AM |
I truly believe this could be the single most important and enlightening commentary ever put forth at Sense on Cents. Although it is a little lengthy and has some legalese, if you care about truth, transparency, and integrity in our nation, take the time to read and review. You will be better for it. I encourage you to share it with friends and colleagues.
Washington still does not get it.
I strongly believe the deeply embedded Wall Street-Washington incestuous relationship was central to the erosion of our economic foundation. While that incest must be extirpated if we are to regain our economic standing, we continue to suffer through “show trials” dealing with the critically important topic of pursuing transparency across our political and financial landscape. Regrettably, the media in general provides limited coverage to this ongoing pursuit. To that end, I welcome banging this drum and engaging those in our nation who will ask the hard questions and put forth aggressive propositions so real transparency can be achieved. Even if the pursuit comes up short, the effort and goals are beyond worthy. Let’s navigate.
Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee chaired by Barney Frank held a hearing to address the SEC’s exemptions from Freedom of Information requests embedded in the Financial Regulatory Reform legislation. Congressman Frank rolled out the red carpet to SEC Chair Mary Schapiro. From the testimony, Frank offers: (more…)
Tags: 929I, Aguirre Pequot Capital Art Samberg, Barney Frank, financial regulatory reform, finreg, FOIA, freedom of information, Gary Aguirre, Gary Aguirre John Mack, House Financial Services, Mary Schapiro, Robert Khuzami, SEC FOIA exemptions, SEC OCIE, SEC OIG David Kotz, September Wall Street Lawyer, Wall Street-Washington incest, what is 929I, who is Gary Aguirre
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Posted by Larry Doyle on August 5th, 2010 4:22 PM |
Gary Aguirre is a great American.
To those who closely follow the markets, economy, Wall Street, Washington and global finance, Gary Aguirre needs no introduction. For those not aware of how great an American Mr. Aguirre is, let me inform you that he truly distinguished himself as an attorney both while working at the SEC and after he was unceremoniously pushed out of the SEC.
Was Aguirre let go by the SEC because he was another pawn in the Wall Street-Washington incestuous process? NO, anything but! Gary Aguirre flew in the face of the Wall Street-Washington incest and doggedly fought for justice in exposing an insider trading case against Arthur Samberg of Pequot Capital. Even after being pushed out of the SEC, Aguirre continued his pursuit of justice in the Pequot case.
What was the result? (more…)
Tags: Aguirre vs SEC, Art Samberg, FOIA, freedom of information, freedom of information act, GAry Aguirre departure from SEC, Gary Aguirre letter to Chris Dodd, gary Aguirre letter to Chris Dodd and Barney frank, Gary Aguirre's wrongful termination, Gary Aguirre's wrongful tremination, insider trading at Pequot, John Mack and Art Samberg, Mary Schapiro, Microsoft insidre trading, Pequot Capital, who is Gary Aguirre
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