On the recordDecember 9, 2008
Nobody wants anybody to lose their jobs, but the fact is this doesn't fix the problem.
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transcripts.cnn.comNobody wants anybody to lose their jobs, but the fact is this doesn't fix the problem.
Senator Coburn expresses concern that the bailout won't address underlying issues.
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