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Jack Reed: “I think you are not giving yourself enough credit for the leverage you might have.”

On the recordMay 5, 2009
I think you are not giving yourself enough credit for the leverage you might have.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

Editor's note · Context

Senator Reed emphasizes the Federal Reserve's authority and potential influence.

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