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On the recordOctober 17, 2011
Now I hear a complaint that it is not being implemented fast enough? A filibuster against this bill which was so desperately needed by small business, supported by community bankers, still supported very strongly by Main Street bankers?
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Carl Levin
Democratic · Michigan

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Senator Levin addresses complaints about the slow implementation of a vital small business bill.

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