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    Easier Cancellations, Harder Consequences: How the FTC’s “Click-to-Cancel” Rule Misses the Mark

    The FTC’s new “Click-to-Cancel” rule simplifies subscription cancellations but risks stifling innovation and imposing costly burdens on businesses and consumers alike.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  October 18, 2024

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    The Politicization of the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office

    The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is committed to promoting transparency and accountability in government. This policy brief addresses the ongoing politicization of the Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) in New Mexico under Maggie…

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  September 10, 2024

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    The Government Really Thinks We’re Stupid

    New Mexico’s lack of transparency and fabricated data are undermining public trust, stifling honest policy debate, and disproportionately burdening lower-income families with unjust mandates.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  August 29, 2024

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    A “Revamp” Gone Wrong: GovLoans.gov Is No Longer Safe

    The recent “upgrade” to GovLoans.gov has turned into a major security risk, with antivirus alerts flagging the official site as potentially malicious.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  August 25, 2024

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    The Hidden Costs of New Mexico’s New Building Codes: A Threat to Affordable Housing

    New Mexico’s new building codes may drive up home construction costs, potentially pricing many families out of the housing market and undermining efforts to affordability.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  August 13, 2024

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    Colorado Attorney General’s Office Weaponized for “Consumer Advocacy”

    The office of the Colorado Attorney General, led by Phil Weiser, appears to be increasingly weaponizing its consumer protection mandate to pursue a politically motivated agenda under the guise of “consumer advocacy.” This trend not only…

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  May 30, 2024

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    The CFPB Attacks SoLo Funds

    The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has attacked SoLo Funds, the nation’s largest consumer-facing Black-led and owned fintech.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  May 23, 2024

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    Colorado’s War on Credit

    Colorado’s HB23-1229 threatens consumer access to credit and economic growth.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  May 23, 2024

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    We Told You So: CFPB’s Assault on Buy Now, Pay Later Tools

    In a move that was as predictable as it is alarming, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has once again overstepped its bounds, targeting immensely popular Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) tools. As I anticipated, the…

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  May 22, 2024

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    The US Bank Simple Loan is Hardly Simple

    The US Bank Simple Loan is a classic example of how big banks can take something simple and make it incredibly complex.

    Patrick M. Brenner  |  May 16, 2024

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