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On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
I think the problem that Mr. Fortenberry talks about is because of economists, and the reason we have economists is to make astrology look respectable.
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Mike Simpson
Republican · Idaho

Editor's note · Context

Simpson humorously critiques economists in relation to financial issues discussed.

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