Consequently, it is somewhat heretical to hear Mr. Romney express grave concern about the potential economic impact of embracing the conservative consensus and slashing the deficit quickly.

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David John, a senior research fellow at the conservative-leaning Heritage Foundation in Washington, says it "would be a grave mistake" to assume that these political donations means bank regulation will be meted out with a light touch.

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