Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 23, 2009
The worst thing that could happen is if we don't get cooperation from Europe, from Asia.
Said by
Ben Bernanke
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Bernanke warns about the risks of inadequate global cooperation in financial recovery.

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