From: OPPIEDM2@WORLDNET.ATT.NET
Sent: Friday, November 08, 2002 4:52 PM
To: rule-comments@sec.gov
Subject: File No. S7-36-02



Dear SEC Secretary,

I am writing in support of the SEC's proposed rule to require mutual fund 
companies to disclose how they vote on corporate proxy resolutions, which 
often deal with issues of concern to me.  

In the absence of public disclosure of proxy policies and proxy voting records, 
there is no way for me to know whether the manager of my mutual fund is acting 
in a manner that reflects my wishes.  As a mutual fund shareholder, I want to 
know how my mutual fund is voting on issues related to executive pay, board 
make-up and independence, global warming and other  issues that matter to me. 

 I want potential conflicts of interest exposed.  

 I feel it is important  for me  to know what principles will guide the mutual 
 fund in determining how it votes in corporate proxy contests. 

As  owner of a mutual fund, I am entitled to know how my proxy is being voted. 
I urge the SEC to  vote in favor of the proposed proxy voting rule.


J. L. OPPEN

000 MAIN STREET

ANYTOWN, CO 
92014