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On the recordJune 1, 2009
The unprecedented price volatility of our markets for physical commodities, such as energy and grains, has hurt our economy. Now--perhaps more than ever--we need our markets to function transparently and insulated from manipulation and unfettered excessive speculation.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin calls for transparency in markets amid economic volatility.

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