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On the recordJanuary 12, 2009
It's not enough just to have someone that you trust. We have to have specific criteria as to what is going to be happening. Will there be accountability, transparency? We can't even get answers.
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Debbie Stabenow
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Stabenow emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency regarding the handling of the bailout funds.

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