“The broken consumer credit market had to be repaired by making sure that consumers had the right information and could use it effectively. That meant consolidating the bloated patchwork of ineffective agencies and regulations so that a single agency could act as a voice for consumers.”

A U.S. politician and legal scholar, Elizabeth Warren is best known for her work in consumer protection and financial regulation, particularly as the founder of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Her writings and public advocacy focus on economic justice, wealth inequality, and systemic reforms to protect average Americans.