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On the recordNovember 13, 2013
We are certainly trying to be faithful to the intent of this rule, which is to eliminate short-term financial speculation in institutions that enjoy the protection of the safety net.
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Janet Yellen
Democratic · California

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Yellen affirms commitment to the intent of the Volcker Rule.

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