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On the recordJune 12, 2012
So there is a possibility, in fact, if it is done correctly and proposed, which I hope it is, that it could have avoided this situation?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Reed expresses hope that proper regulations could prevent future financial crises.

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