On the recordSeptember 29, 2010
I know from a political point of view that American taxpayers do not want to be on the hook for these kinds of bailouts in the future.
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congress.govI know from a political point of view that American taxpayers do not want to be on the hook for these kinds of bailouts in the future.
Bernanke emphasizes taxpayer opposition to future bailouts.
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