On the recordFebruary 23, 2009
It seems more appropriate, given the close relationship between the Federal and State governments, for that to be the locus of addressing those issues.
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congress.govIt seems more appropriate, given the close relationship between the Federal and State governments, for that to be the locus of addressing those issues.
Bernanke emphasizes the role of Congress in addressing state and local fiscal issues.
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