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Barney Frank: The lack of regulation of derivatives in various aspects contributed greatly to the financial crisis.

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
The lack of regulation of derivatives in various aspects contributed greatly to the financial crisis.
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Barney Frank
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Frank points out that insufficient regulation was a significant factor in the financial crisis.

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