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“The basic architecture of Dodd-Frank makes sense. At the same time, as a number of regulators and legislators have observed, the act was a complex effort that produced thousands of pages of rules.” quote by James P. Gorman
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“The basic architecture of Dodd-Frank makes sense. At the same time, as a number of regulators and legislators have observed, the act was a complex effort that produced thousands of pages of rules.”

James P. Gorman

About This Quote

Source Speech: Financial Conference, 2018

Dodd‑Frank’s design is logical but its complexity yields massive rulebooks, making compliance burdensome.

In simple terms: Complex rules follow logical design.

Key Takeaway

Simplify compliance.

Themes

regulation complexity law

Mood

analytical cautious

Type

critical informative

When to use this quote

  • banking
  • legal departments
  • policy analysis

Key Concepts

policy design bureaucracy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can rules stay effective yet simple?
  • What trade‑offs exist?
A Different Perspective

Complexity can hinder effectiveness.

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