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On the recordMarch 19, 2024
I do believe that based on what we understand about the profit margins of the banks, they could really afford to do it.
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Maxine Waters
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Waters argues banks can afford to finance low-cost homes for affordable housing.

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