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On the recordJanuary 7, 2009
Don't you think we have a right to know a little bit more than these banks are telling us?
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Senator Sanders emphasizes the need for transparency from banks regarding bailout funds.

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