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On the recordApril 26, 2010
Clearly, this system must be reformed so that Wall Street banks are not seen and do not act as unscrupulous operators who seek to profit from the public's misfortune.
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Carl Levin
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Levin emphasizes the need for reform to prevent Wall Street exploitation.

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