I saw “goal”, but not “mandate”. I saw nothing to mandate that F&F go about it in the reckless way they did.
I don't ever recall seeing those goals written as a mandate. Go to this thread and watch linked video. A good explanation.
I Was A Fannie Mae Executive (WSJ Opinion Journal Video)
If what you say is true then Cuomo cannot be blamed either. After all, it was just a "goal". Also, Bawney could use the same excuse.