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“The president's attempted diktat takes money from bondholders and gives it a labor union that delivers money and votes for him.... Shaking down lenders for the benefit of political donors is recycled corruption and the abuse of power.”

Quote by Cliff Asness

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Cliff Asness
Cliff Asness

Limited information is available about Cliff Asness, a prominent figure in the financial industry, born on October 17, 1966. His specific profession and life experiences require further verification. more

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