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Janet Yellen: “I think it is important to deal with these issues, for the Congress to do so.”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2015
I think it is important to deal with these issues, for the Congress to do so.
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Janet Yellen
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for Congress to address economic issues.

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