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Michael Bolen Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

I should have the same opportunity to invest in leveraged and inverse funds as wealthy investors and institutions. Adding additional 'tests' to determine my ability to invest appropriately is an unnecessary burden on me. I utilize some leveraged and inverse funds as a hedge during difficult markets like the one now. These proposed restrictions will only hurt my ability to manage my portfolio effectively and protect my retirement funds!

John OHanlan Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

Attempting to impose this regulation limits the ability of the lower and middle class access to powerful investment vehicles that were previously only available to the wealthy. Stop this legislation. It is not in the best interests of the public. I would consider a class action lawsuit against any regulator who backs this legislation, stopping the progress and wealth creation ability of the average person.

Bernard Cohen Comment On Regulatory Notice 22-08

As an investor, I appreciate my government's efforts to afford me protections against fraud and other illegal acts by those whom I entrust to handle my investments. What I do not need or want is a government agency to baby sit every investment opportunity that might seem complicated to the ordinary person (i.e., not a lawyer or professional trader). Every source that I use for investments is more than willing to explain to me what the ramifications of a particular investment opportunity are, and I do use their services. Stick to monitoring those entities that would do me harm.