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Richard Shelby: “I just believe that if we come push to shove, that it is going to be very difficult for the Government not to step in…”

On the recordMarch 28, 2011
I just believe that if we come push to shove, that it is going to be very difficult for the Government not to step in and save the system.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

Editor's note · Context

Shelby expresses belief in government intervention during crises.

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