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On the recordMarch 17, 2010
If the SEC regards its obligation to oversee credit rating agencies as a high priority, why were you not able to devote some of the increased funds?
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin challenges the SEC on prioritizing oversight with available funds.

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