WASHINGTON — In the political equivalent of Ohio State and Michigan setting aside their differences, credit unions and community banks are on the same page in opposing a proposed overhaul of financial regulation put forth by the Treasury Department.

The leaders of trade associations representing those interests–which are at odds on issues such as the tax-exempt status of and regulatory relief for credit unions–are allies on this issue because they see themselves as battlers against investment banks and large commercial banks.

"Sometimes today's enemy is your best friend tomorrow," NAFCU President/CEO Fred R. Becker Jr. said in a conference call last Tuesday with Camden R. Fine, president/CEO of the Independent Community Bankers of America.

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