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On the recordFebruary 1, 2012
I think it is important for me to say that if Congress is being lulled, they should not be lulled.
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Ben Bernanke
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Bernanke emphasizes the need for Congress to remain alert to economic issues.

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