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On the recordJune 2, 2009
However, that has in some ways blurred the distinction of the independence between the administration, the executive branch, and the Federal Reserve and its unique independent role.
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William Ryan
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Ryan expresses concern over the Federal Reserve's independence due to its actions with the Treasury.

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