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FDR: But while private capital should finance this expansion program, the Government should recognize its responsibility for…

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But while private capital should finance this expansion program, the Government should recognize its responsibility for sharing part of any special or abnormal risk of loss attached to such financing.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt emphasizes the government's responsibility to share risks in financing expansion programs.

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