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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Calls for Large Stimulus With Steep Tax Breaks
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- January 7, 2009
The business group backs tax portions of Obama's plan but criticizes labor and environmental proposals.
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Israel Widens Offensive in Gaza as Hamas Rocket Attacks Continue
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- January 6, 2009
Both sides are defying international pressure for a cease-fire.
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A Look at the World's Largest Stimulus Plans Outside the United States
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- January 5, 2009
Japan, Germany, China, the United Kingdom, and France have all announced massive spending plans.
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Hiccup for Obama: Richardson Abandons Bid for Cabinet Post Amid Investigation
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- January 5, 2009
The New Mexico governor withdrew his name from consideration as Obama's commerce secretary.
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When Obama Moves to Washington This Weekend, His First Home Will Be a Hotel
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 31, 2008
He had wanted to move into the traditional Blair House early so that his daughters could start school.
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Obama Contest to Offer Prized Tickets to Inauguration
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 31, 2008
His committee will send 10 people (and a guest each) to the inaugural using a new essay competition.
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Gaza Assault Continues as Israel Rejects Cease-fire With Hamas
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 31, 2008
The bombing continued for a fifth straight day after Israeli officials turned down a 48-hour truce.
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GMAC Gets $5 Billion Cash Infusion as Auto Bailout Expands
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 30, 2008
GM's financing arm, which has been flirting with bankruptcy, said it would ease lending restrictions.
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Israel Says Gaza Assault Is All-Out War
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 29, 2008
The death toll rose to at least 315 and another 1,400 wounded.
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Why Many Iraqi Refugees Who Want to Settle in Detroit Are Being Sent Elsewhere
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 23, 2008
Detroit has a large Arab community. But the recession has hit the city particularly hard.
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New Data Show GDP Was Declining Even Before Fiscal Crisis Hit
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 23, 2008
The collapse of the credit markets accelerated the drop in GDP.
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New Estimates Suggest 2 Million to 3 Million People to Attend Obama's Inauguration
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 22, 2008
The new figures are lower than some early estimates, which went as high as 5 million.
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For Iraqi Refugees in America, the Recession Makes It Even Harder to Find Jobs
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 22, 2008
It has never been easy for refugees to start a new life in America. But Iraqis are really struggling.
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Obama Report Will Clear Rahm Emanuel, Say Democratic Sources
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 22, 2008
Report due out soon on his contacts with Illinois Gov. Blagojevich.
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Bush Offers Chrysler, GM $17.4 Billion Bailout—With Strings
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 19, 2008
The struggling automakers have three months to prove that they can return to viability.
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Obama Assembling $850 Billion Infrastructure Spending Plan to Jolt Economy
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 18, 2008
The plan envisions funding for road and bridge construction, as well as some tax breaks.
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What Else to Do in Washington During Barack Obama's Inaugural Festivities
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
There are presidential exhibits galore, along with presidential homes and favorite taverns.
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Tourist Tips for Washington, D.C. During Barack Obama's Inauguration
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
How to get around, where to sleep, and where to eat in the nation's capital.
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Presidential Inauguration History: From Grand to Fatal to Downright Awkward
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
Many presidents found that their predecessors could be less than gracious during the ceremonies.
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A Visitor's Guide to the Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
A map, details on the inaugural speech and parade, and a list of presidential-themed exhibits.
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The Long and Sometimes Glamorous History of Inaugural Balls
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
The galas are famous for their dresses and their furs, but not all have gone smoothly.
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Even With Fed's Radical Rate Cut, Fears Persist of an Extended Recession
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 17, 2008
The U.S. interest rate is now the lowest among developed economies.
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Another Record Drop in Consumer Spending Is Latest Sign of Deepening Recession
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 16, 2008
Last month's drop in spending was the largest since the data began to be tracked in 1947.
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Three Decades After Cleveland Defaulted on Its Debts, Cities Face Recession Budget Woes
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 15, 2008
Today, facing a deepening downturn, many cities are struggling to avoid default—or even bankruptcy.
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Impeachment Calls Grow as Disgraced Blagojevich Ignores Demands to Resign
By Amanda Ruggeri -
Nation & World
- December 15, 2008
Despite the Illinois governor's arrest on corruption charges, he went to work as usual today.
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