Subject: File No. S7-07-13
From: Lee Bartell

September 24, 2013

I’m writing in support of a strong Dodd-Frank rule 953(b).

Disclosing corporate pay ratios between CEOs and average employees will discourage the outrageous and reckless pay practices that fueled the 2008 crash.

Remember when Ben & Jerry had a 7:1 ratio, Executive Director vs. the lowliest position in the mail room, or another equally mundane job.  Corporations aren't even having this discussion.

Knowing which corporations heap riches upon their executives while squeezing struggling employees also will be a useful factor for me when considering which businesses to support with my consumer and investment dollars.

I am aware that you are under intense pressure by business interests to weaken or abandon the rule. Do not give in. Instead, weigh your duty to protect investors and the American public against the self-serving interests of those seeking to undermine this rule.

Thank you for both your time and considering my comment,

Lee Bartell

New York City, NY