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Janice Schakowsky: I believe the reality is that a large fine in a single case does not meaningfully solve the problems that consumers face…

On the recordMay 7, 2019
I believe the reality is that a large fine in a single case does not meaningfully solve the problems that consumers face because of the FTC's lack of tools it needs to fulfill the mission to protect consumers in today's economy.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Schakowsky emphasizes the need for better FTC tools beyond just fines.

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