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Charles E. Schumer: the administration is approaching an unprecedented step. Unfortunately we're living in unprecedented times. Hearing of…

On the recordSeptember 15, 2008
the administration is approaching an unprecedented step. Unfortunately we're living in unprecedented times. Hearing of these plans, you have to stop and catch your breath but upon reflection, the alternatives are much worse.

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Senator Schumer comments on the government's bailout of AIG, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of the situation.

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