On the recordMarch 20, 2012
the economic case is there. There is a set of homeowners who are deeply under water and experience a hardship where it is better for the taxpayers to reduce principle.
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Durbin emphasizes the economic benefits of principal reduction for struggling homeowners and taxpayers.
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