Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Amanda Ruggeri

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Calls for Large Stimulus With Steep Tax Breaks

The business group backs tax portions of Obama's plan but criticizes labor and environmental proposals. more >>

Israel Widens Offensive in Gaza as Hamas Rocket Attacks Continue

Both sides are defying international pressure for a cease-fire. more >>

A Look at the World's Largest Stimulus Plans Outside the United States

Japan, Germany, China, the United Kingdom, and France have all announced massive spending plans. more >>

Hiccup for Obama: Richardson Abandons Bid for Cabinet Post Amid Investigation

The New Mexico governor withdrew his name from consideration as Obama's commerce secretary. more >>

When Obama Moves to Washington This Weekend, His First Home Will Be a Hotel

He had wanted to move into the traditional Blair House early so that his daughters could start school. more >>

Obama Contest to Offer Prized Tickets to Inauguration

His committee will send 10 people (and a guest each) to the inaugural using a new essay competition. more >>

Gaza Assault Continues as Israel Rejects Cease-fire With Hamas

The bombing continued for a fifth straight day after Israeli officials turned down a 48-hour truce. more >>

GMAC Gets $5 Billion Cash Infusion as Auto Bailout Expands

GM's financing arm, which has been flirting with bankruptcy, said it would ease lending restrictions. more >>

Israel Says Gaza Assault Is All-Out War

The death toll rose to at least 315 and another 1,400 wounded. more >>

Why Many Iraqi Refugees Who Want to Settle in Detroit Are Being Sent Elsewhere

Detroit has a large Arab community. But the recession has hit the city particularly hard. more >>

New Data Show GDP Was Declining Even Before Fiscal Crisis Hit

The collapse of the credit markets accelerated the drop in GDP. more >>

New Estimates Suggest 2 Million to 3 Million People to Attend Obama's Inauguration

The new figures are lower than some early estimates, which went as high as 5 million. more >>

For Iraqi Refugees in America, the Recession Makes It Even Harder to Find Jobs

It has never been easy for refugees to start a new life in America. But Iraqis are really struggling. more >>

Obama Report Will Clear Rahm Emanuel, Say Democratic Sources

Report due out soon on his contacts with Illinois Gov. Blagojevich. more >>

Bush Offers Chrysler, GM $17.4 Billion Bailout—With Strings

The struggling automakers have three months to prove that they can return to viability. more >>

Obama Assembling $850 Billion Infrastructure Spending Plan to Jolt Economy

The plan envisions funding for road and bridge construction, as well as some tax breaks. more >>

What Else to Do in Washington During Barack Obama's Inaugural Festivities

There are presidential exhibits galore, along with presidential homes and favorite taverns. more >>

Tourist Tips for Washington, D.C. During Barack Obama's Inauguration

How to get around, where to sleep, and where to eat in the nation's capital. more >>

Presidential Inauguration History: From Grand to Fatal to Downright Awkward

Many presidents found that their predecessors could be less than gracious during the ceremonies. more >>

A Visitor's Guide to the Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama

A map, details on the inaugural speech and parade, and a list of presidential-themed exhibits. more >>

The Long and Sometimes Glamorous History of Inaugural Balls

The galas are famous for their dresses and their furs, but not all have gone smoothly. more >>

Even With Fed's Radical Rate Cut, Fears Persist of an Extended Recession

The U.S. interest rate is now the lowest among developed economies. more >>

Another Record Drop in Consumer Spending Is Latest Sign of Deepening Recession

Last month's drop in spending was the largest since the data began to be tracked in 1947. more >>

Three Decades After Cleveland Defaulted on Its Debts, Cities Face Recession Budget Woes

Today, facing a deepening downturn, many cities are struggling to avoid default—or even bankruptcy. more >>

Impeachment Calls Grow as Disgraced Blagojevich Ignores Demands to Resign

Despite the Illinois governor's arrest on corruption charges, he went to work as usual today. more >>

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