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Richard Shelby: “The Federal Reserve's independence brings with it the obligation to be accountable and transparent.”

On the recordFebruary 28, 2011
The Federal Reserve's independence brings with it the obligation to be accountable and transparent.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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Senator Shelby emphasizes the need for accountability in Federal Reserve actions.

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