Reform Fannie And Freddie

The Christian Science monitor editorializes that government lending agencies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac must be reformed.

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April 30, 2002, 6:00 AM PDT

By Chris Steins @planetizen

"Fannie and Freddie achieved their lofty status, in part, thanks to overly generous conditions set by Uncle Sam. But earlier this month, the federal office that regulates them began a review of the companies' disclosure practices... Forcing greater financial transparency and de-politicizing Fannie and Freddie would do wonders for the long-term stability of both entities and for the taxpaying public."

Thanks to Laura Kranz

Read the full story: Reforming Fannie and Freddie

Sunday, April 28, 2002 in The Christian Science Monitor

Government / Politics District of Columbia

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