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Henry Waxman: “It cost people their homes. It cost other people their jobs. It seems like everyone is hurting, except for you.”

On the recordMarch 16, 2008
It cost people their homes. It cost other people their jobs. It seems like everyone is hurting, except for you.
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Henry Waxman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Waxman criticizes CEOs for their compensation amidst the financial crisis, highlighting the negative impact on ordinary Americans.

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