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Richard Shelby: “I think this is a worthy goal as strong capital requirements are essential for a safe and sound banking system and also…”

On the recordNovember 13, 2012
I think this is a worthy goal as strong capital requirements are essential for a safe and sound banking system and also to protect against taxpayer-funded bailouts.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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Senator Shelby emphasizes the importance of strong capital requirements for banking safety.

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