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On the recordMarch 2, 2009
I think addressing those entitlement issues in an effective way is an incredibly important issue for this Committee.
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Ben Bernanke
Republican · South Carolina

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Bernanke highlights the importance of addressing entitlement issues for fiscal responsibility.

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