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George W. Bush: “These housing mortgage companies cannot continue to operate safely and soundly and fulfill their public mission, posing…”

On the recordSeptember 6, 2008
These housing mortgage companies cannot continue to operate safely and soundly and fulfill their public mission, posing an unacceptable risk to the broader financial system and our economy.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement on the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Corporations

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