I find it as a strength, especially with respect to the position of the dissent that asserts that derivatives were not a major factor.

I had an amendment in the Dodd-Frank Bill that was sort of watered down in the Senate regarding the governance of these clearinghouses.

And I want to thank the witnesses for helping the committee with its work.

the derivatives title of the Dodd-Frank Act is essential to reforming our financial system.

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