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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
I was a member of the conference committee that established the CFPB. And I think it is one of the most important actions this Congress has taken in many years.
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Russell Waters
Democratic · California

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Waters emphasizes the significance of establishing the CFPB for consumer protection.

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