Krach Says Colleges `Appreciative' of China Divestment Warning

The transcript discusses concerns about the influence of the Chinese Communist Party on U.S. college campuses and financial entanglements with Chinese companies. It highlights the need for transparency and legislative actions, such as compliance with Sarbanes Oxley, to protect academic freedom and investors. The discussion also covers the impact on state pension funds and the importance of maintaining the integrity of U.S. financial systems.

What is one of the main concerns regarding the influence of the Chinese Communist Party on U.S. college campuses?

• Lack of student enrollment

• Threat to academic freedom

• Decline in research funding

• Increase in tuition fees

What legislative measure is being discussed to ensure transparency of Chinese companies on U.S. exchanges?

• The Glass-Steagall Act

• The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act

• The Sarbanes-Oxley Act

• The Dodd-Frank Act

What is a potential consequence for Chinese companies that fail to comply with U.S. transparency requirements?

• Mandatory mergers

• Higher corporate taxes

• Delisting from U.S. exchanges

• Increased tariffs

Which U.S. state pension fund is mentioned as having significant investments in Chinese companies?

• New York State Common Retirement Fund

• Texas Teachers Retirement System

• California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Florida Retirement System

What bipartisan action was taken regarding Confucius Institutes in the U.S.?

• They were given additional funding

• They were designated as foreign missions

• They were integrated into public schools

• They were exempted from federal oversight

What financial practice is emphasized as crucial for maintaining the gold standard of U.S. exchanges?

• Ensuring transparency and clean investments

• Increasing stock buybacks

• Reducing corporate taxes

• Encouraging foreign investments

What is a challenge faced by states in disentangling their pension funds from Chinese investments?

• Limited public awareness

• Lack of investment options

• National security concerns

• High administrative costs