Despite Soft Market Challenge, Agents Tend to Politics
Chairman of the Big “I” Bob Fuldwider says despite soft market and recessionary concerns, agents are still focused on politics and legislative bills concerning their industry.
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May 28, 2008 at 2:01 pm