They do their own homework and often publish results to influence how other shareholders vote.

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In essence, Brito and Watkins are calling for lawmakers and regulators to follow their own playbook, do their own homework, demand evidence, and employ common-sense strategies of critical thinking and decision making.

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In addition to relying on common sense, investors also need to do some of their own homework to gauge whether a fund and its investment manager are trustworthy.

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