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On the recordMay 19, 2009
In my opinion the programs laid out thus far by you, Mr. Secretary, go well beyond what is appropriate and necessary.
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Chuck Schumer
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Schumer criticizes the Treasury's approach to TARP as excessive government intervention.

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