Political Quotes

On the recordApril 14, 2010
The 51 percent requirement is a political decision. It has nothing to do with the marketplace.
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Ron Johnson
Republican · Wisconsin

Editor's note · Context

Johnson critiques the 51% equity requirement for minority firms as politically motivated.

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