we have a number of structural challenges that existed before the recession, before the bailout. They still exist. And, in fact, they're getting worse, not better.
David Walker: “we have a number of structural challenges that existed before the recession, before the bailout. They still exist. And…”
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David Walker emphasizes the ongoing structural challenges that need to be addressed beyond the immediate crisis.
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