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6. The only interest rates he could dictate are loans for the Federal Government.

Sat Jan 17, 2026, 10:32 AM

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Congress would have to pass a law and that is impossible because the banks fill their campaign accounts with money.

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Capitalists now want Price controls. Old Crank 4 hrs ago #4

So he now wants us to use cash for our purchases? The Madcap 2 hrs ago #5

"Executive action?" On private businesses? Grins 40 min ago #7

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