Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 9, 2009
I just simply can't accept that it is simply a case of inexperience or a case of resources.
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Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

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Merkley questions the SEC's failure to investigate despite clear warning signs.

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