Political Quotes

On the recordJune 27, 2017
Now, there can be no doubt that taking $2.4 trillion from some people and giving it to other people is a political act.
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Bill Foster
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Foster emphasizes the political implications of the Fed's financial actions affecting savers and borrowers.

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