Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 27, 2017
Finance is a means to an end, not an end in itself.
Said by
Sherrod Brown
Democratic · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Brown emphasizes that finance should serve broader economic goals, not just enrich the wealthy.

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