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Boyce, Alan, Glenn Hubbard, and Chris Mayer. “CBO Analysis Strengthens Case for Major Refinancing Program.” Columbia Business School Working Paper, September 2011.

Blinder, Alan S. “How to Clean Up the Housing Mess.” The Wall Street Journal, Oct. 20, 2011. (Subscription required for access.)

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