On the recordMay 11, 2011
It is absolutely critical that that happen and that we work through the broader set of fiscal issues.
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congress.govIt is absolutely critical that that happen and that we work through the broader set of fiscal issues.
Bernanke emphasizes the importance of raising the debt limit.
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