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Lorretta Johnson
secretary-treasurer
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Introduction
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It is precisely this
vulnerability to political
changes that makes
investments in the
industry risky.
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What Can Trustees Do?
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If you feel that your fund has been placed in the incorrect category, please let us know. Contact the
AFT’s Center for Workers’ Benefits and Capital Strategies at either 202-585-5817 or
aftresearch@aft.org.
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Endnotes
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