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On the recordMarch 15, 2009
We've seen some progress in financial markets, absolutely. But until we get that stabilized and working normally we're not going to see recovery. But we do have a plan. We're working on it.
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Ben Bernanke
Republican · South Carolina

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Bernanke discusses the current state of financial markets and the Federal Reserve's plan for recovery.

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