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On the recordMarch 10, 2011
Would the gentlelady tell the Members, when you write that check to help them with their underwater home, that check goes to Bank of America. That check goes to Citibank. That check goes to just fill in the bank, fill in the mortgage company. It goes to whoever loaned the money. It doesn't go to the homeowner. Are they benefited? Yes. And tell the Members of this body who pays for that check. We do. The American people.
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Spencer Bachus
Alabama

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Bachus discusses the implications of financial assistance for homeowners and who ultimately bears the cost.

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