Political Quotes

On the recordJune 15, 2010
if the Federal Government cannot negotiate against MasterCard and Visa and their member banks, how can I as the operator of 11 convenience stores in Springfield, Illinois do something about it?
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Durbin highlights the challenges small businesses face with credit card fees.

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