Free the Economy, Free the Credit Unions

For now at least, the House Republicans' regulatory reform agenda panders to the base on hot-button issues rather than works to make real regulatory reforms with a chance of going into force. If they actually want to fix the economy, House Republicans need a broader agenda. The items won't be …

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Written by Eli Lehrer on Friday September 2, 2011

Big Banks Fight Small Business Jobs Bill

Next week, the Senate will consider a bill that will free up business credit and create thousands of jobs without costing the U.S. a dime. So why are banks trying to kill it? Next week, the Senate will hold hearings on something called the “Small Business Lending Enhancement Act.” On its …

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Written by Eli Lehrer on Saturday June 11, 2011