Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 9, 2011
I believe the CFTC is the right place to determine whether that manipulation has taken place.
Said by
Peter Welch
Democratic · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Welch supports the CFTC's role in identifying market manipulation.

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