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David Walker: “This economy is in tough shape. Our federal finances are headed for Thelma and Louise. And we better get our act…”

On the recordMarch 4, 2009
This economy is in tough shape. Our federal finances are headed for Thelma and Louise. And we better get our act together.
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David Walker
Kentucky

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David Walker warns about the dire state of the economy and the need for urgent action.

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