I just think that numbers of economists sort of boggle my mind.
The 15 largest dealers will spend about $1.8 billion, an estimate, to implement the derivatives portion of the Dodd-Frank bill over 3 years....
What you need is an economist with one arm so he cannot say, 'On the other hand.'
I agree with Commissioner Sommers that the CFTC should quantify the costs of its proposal.
So I take it from both of your answers that the answer is yes.
I have always thought our farm policy should be agnostic in terms of size.
It is a true privilege and honor to serve as Ranking Member.
It is a true privilege and an honor to serve as ranking member of this Committee.
I know you are stepping down. I know you are retiring. Thank you for your service. Thank you for your common sense.
the basic lesson of bad loans being made in good times should be repeated time and time and time again
What can or should we be doing policy-wise to help guard against a significant drop in farmland values and farm debt?