I use leveraged etfs as a part of an investment portfolio. These products are now a fundamental part of what I do in business and for personal investments. They provide a convenient means of achieving what would otherwise require the use of options or futures. Indeed, I have compared the performance of leveraged etfs and futures and found the etfs perform similarly enough that I continue to use them and benefit.

I understand the risks associated with leveraged and inverse funds and it is my decision to take that risk.

It is extremely important to me that I maintain at least the current level of freedom to flexibly and effectively invest via leveraged and inverse ETF products. Such instruments allow me to produce suitable returns while simultaneously limiting my capital outlay. They allow me to hold greater cash reserves for safety while I produce the cash flow I need to supplement my current family income and future retirement planning. Importantly, they facilitate my downside protection without exposing me to short selling. Many of them allow me to access commodity and FOREX markets more efficiently.

Please allow us to continue to trade and invest as freely as you do.

I should be able to choose the public investments that are right for me and my family. Public investments should be available to all of the public, not just the privileged.

I OPPOSE RESTRICTIONS TO MY RIGHT TO INVEST I not regulators should be able to choose the public investments that are right for me and my family. Public investments should be available to all of the public not just the privileged. I shouldn't have to go through any special process like passing a test before I can invest in public securities, like leveraged and inverse funds. I am capable of understanding leveraged and inverse funds and their risks. I do not need these measures imposed on me.. Leveraged and inverse funds are important to my investment strategies.

You might have noticed some market volatility over the last couple of decades. There is no better way for small investors to protect themselves than with leveraged and inverse funds. Please resist the urge to pass legislation that is unlikely to accomplish whatever objectives are being touted.

Please stop treating smart people like they are stupid. The stupid ones will never look far enough into an investment to make a mistake, or if they do, its their fault. Give the smart ones a chance to make investments that will increase their wealth. My son is worth about $850K - he can't invest in many things that require accreditation. Don't deprive him of the ones he can invest in. He is typical of many - almost wealthy enough, smart, growing his wealth through many opportunities, rather than just the stock market.

Free market capitalism is a bastion of personal liberty. It is what makes the United States of America the greatest nation in history. I do not need protection from freedom. Your time could be better spent in ways to numerous to list - BUZZ OFF!