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Privatization would solve several problems associated with the current GSE model. It would eliminate the conflict between private shareholders and public policy and likely diminish the systemic risk, as well. Other benefits are that private entities presumably would be more innovative and efficient than a government agency, in that they could operate with less interference from political interests.

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Bernanke supports privatization of GSEs to reduce systemic risk and improve efficiency.

07/16/2013

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