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Jack Reed: “The only game in town was Fannie and Freddie, but at least we were able to keep a housing market.”

On the recordMay 13, 2013
The only game in town was Fannie and Freddie, but at least we were able to keep a housing market.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Reflecting on the role of Fannie and Freddie during the housing crisis.

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