Bernanke Had ID Stolen

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Bernanke Had ID Stolen

September 2, 2009 | ISSUE 45•36

Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke was one of the victims of a nationwide identity-fraud ring that stole $2.1 million from consumers and businesses. What do you think?

Thank heavens his identity didn't fall into the hands of a really dull villain."

Jessica Carson
Shop Steward
Wait, so that wasn't the real Ben Bernanke who bought $4,600 worth of high-end car stereo equipment and decals from my online store?"

Jason Sutton
Online Business Owner
At the same time, the economy is heading out of a recession. Those criminals must know how to balance a budget."

Ward Soliday
Systems Analyst

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