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Ruby Gets Banned from Payday Loan Store

A short episode highlight from NBC's "Good Girls" Ruby (Retta) is determined to make a fresh start for her family, and she proves her point in the most hilarious way possible.

Predatory Lending: Last Week Tonight

John Oliver (featuring Sarah Silverman) explains the predatory cycle of the payday lending industry in 15 minutes of comedy*. **Contains explicit language

Consumer Reports: Alternatives to payday loans

Check out the video from Consumer Reports that aired on July 27th. It features yours truly, Exodus Lending, and our incredible board member, Missy Juliette!

Diane Standaert on Potential Changes to Payday Lending Rules

Center for Responsible Lending’s Diane Standaert discussed the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s proposed changes to payday lending rules.

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