Barack Obama actually said...

We must regulate financial institutions based on what they do, not what they are. We must bring the shadow markets and shadow institutions into the light of disclosure and accountability.

Context

Emphasizes the need for regulation based on actions, not identities, to ensure accountability.

01/13/2009

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