But retiring Democratic Senator Christopher Dodd, who introduced the bill, says that argument is nonsense.

VOA: standard.2010.04.19

Senator Christopher Dodd, who sponsored the bill, says the financial meltdown that led to the collapse and subsequent bailouts of some of the largest U.S.firms shows the current regulations are inadequate.

VOA: standard.2010.03.16

Saying the Senate stands at a historic moment, Dodd took note of the fact that the final bill is not all that many Democrats hoped it would be, but said it is a foundation that will be improved upon.

VOA: standard.2009.12.24