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Jackie Speier: I thank the gentleman from Maryland, who's been passionate about trying to get to the bottom of AIG. I think it's…

On the recordApril 28, 2010
I thank the gentleman from Maryland, who's been passionate about trying to get to the bottom of AIG. I think it's important to point out--and this may curl the hair on top of your head, my dear friend--but on top of everything else, Goldman Sachs' directors, the CEO, Mr. Blankfein, all have insurance for any omissions or conduct that they may become the subject of any inquiry for. If they commit any civil fraud or criminal fraud, they have insurance for that. You won't be surprised probably to know who their insurance is with.
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Jackie Speier
Democratic · California
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Apr 28, 2010

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The speaker addresses concerns about accountability and insurance for executives at Goldman Sachs.

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