
How to Become Rich Serving in Congress
The Political Orphanage
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Congress and Stock Trading Ethics
This chapter explores the ethical implications of stock trading by members of Congress, including concerns about insider trading and access to privileged information. It discusses potential regulations to mitigate conflicts of interest, such as mandatory public announcements and investment trusts. The chapter concludes with an analysis of the effectiveness of existing laws like the Stock Act and invites listeners to propose their own solutions for enhancing accountability and ethical standards in Congress.
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