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On the recordDecember 7, 2009
Financial reform is critical: to put in place rules that will allow the Nation's markets to promote innovation while discouraging abuse.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 4173 - The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009

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