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Obama Cracks Down on Business, Wall Street
During his final months in office, President Obama is pushing hard for new financial regulations. Wall Street and the Republicans are fighting back, while progressives complain the new rules don't go far enough. We look at the possible consequences for Obama's White House legacy.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenDuring his final months in office, President Obama is pushing hard for new financial regulations. Wall Street and the Republicans are fighting back, while progressives complain the new rules don't go far enough. We look at the possible consequences for Obama's White House legacy.
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