For too long, the rules of Wall Street have been written by the bankers themselves. This year, that has to change.
Americans for Financial Reform is working to reform the nation's lending industry and financial system. We're working to protect Americans' neighborhoods, homes and pocketbooks by creating an economy that works for everyone.
Our favorite candidate to lead the CFPA, Elizabeth Warren, is the subject of a new rap video supporting her nomination. The video comes courtesy of our friends at the Main Street Brigade. Want to show …
Read the full story »In response to last week’s New York Times article “Reap What You Swap” by Minnesota farmer Betty Jensen, IATP wrote a letter to the NYT that has not yet been published. IATP communications director Ben …
Dr. Phil has announced his support for Elizabeth Warren as the first director of the Consumer Financial Protection Agency. Dr. Phil has worked with Elizabeth Warren in the past, and believes that she is the …
Our friends at Consumer Action have put together a handy fact sheet about the key elements of the new financial reform legislation. Click here to read the fact sheet (pdf) and learn about what the …
Washington, DC – As of yesterday, banks and credit unions can no longer automatically charge debit card or ATM overdraft fees averaging $34 a piece. But if their deceptive marketing efforts can convince you to …
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August 9, 2010
Dear Mr. President:
The undersigned civil and human rights organizations urge you to nominate Elizabeth Warren to serve as the first director of the Consumer Financial …