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Barack Obama: “The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plays a critical role in protecting Americans' investments for retirement…”

On the recordMay 14, 2013
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plays a critical role in protecting Americans' investments for retirement, higher education, and other personal savings.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 1062 - SEC Regulatory Accountability Act

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