On the recordJanuary 6, 2011
I do very much urge this committee to look for strong and credible actions to control the Federal debt.
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congress.govI do very much urge this committee to look for strong and credible actions to control the Federal debt.
Bernanke emphasizes the need for credible actions to manage federal debt.
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