economic stimulus

Obama's Stimulus Events Are About Politics, Not the Economy

By Mary Kate Cary - Mary Kate Cary - June 5, 2009

President's stimulus handouts aren't political? Yeah, right. more >>

Social Security Stimulus Payments Sent

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - June 4, 2009

If you didn't get your $250, here's what you should do. more >>

Obama's Stimulus Projects Won't Amount to Major Infrastructure Overhaul

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - May 22, 2009

The need for speed on highway projects is sacrificing size and scope. more >>

Economists Optimistic About U.S. Economy

By Justin Ewers - Nation & World - May 6, 2009

Slowing job losses could mean the economy is ready to turn around. more >>

Energy Secretary Chu Announces Biofuel Investment

By Kent Garber - Nation & World - May 5, 2009

The secretary of energy said that agriculture is one of the great resources in the United States. more >>

China's Economic Stimulus Is Showing Results

By Thomas Omestad - Nation & World - May 1, 2009

A U.S. official praises Beijing's cooperation on the economic crisis and other matters. more >>

Swine Flu Frenzy Has Washington Fighting Over Pork

By Alex Kingsbury - Nation & World - April 28, 2009

Democrats blasted Republicans for mocking a stimulus spending proposal for pandemic flu defenses. more >>

Why Obama Is Leaving the Reagan Era Behind When It Comes to Economic Policy

By Justin Ewers - Nation & World - April 28, 2009

Like Reagan, Obama inherited an economic mess. But his response doesn't include Reagan-like tax cuts. more >>

After 100 Days, Grading Obama's Stimulus Gamble

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - April 27, 2009

Obama's presidency will be judged partly by whether the $787 billion package can shorten the recession. more >>

Obama’s Economic Hits and Misses

By Rick Newman - Rick Newman - April 27, 2009

In 100 days, he’s put together a vast recovery program. That doesn’t mean it will work. more >>

Behind Obama's Tough Balancing Act on the Economy

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - April 20, 2009

With bad news still pouring in, the White House tries to manage expectations. more >>

Obama Unveils High-Speed Rail Initiative

By Kimberly Castro - Luxe Life - April 16, 2009

The $8 billion plan is intended to relieve congestion, create jobs, and reduce pollution. more >>

The Uncertain Wait for All of Those Stimulus Dollars

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - April 15, 2009

Why it's not easy to figure out when the full $787 billion will actually be spent. more >>

Obama: On Economy, 'We Are Beginning to See Glimmers of Hope'

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - April 14, 2009

Conceding times are still tough, President Obama says his economic plans are starting to show results. more >>

Saying Stimulus Money Is Flowing, Obama Unveils 2,000th Transportation Project

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - April 13, 2009

The president says the government effort is "coming in ahead of schedule and under budget." more >>

New Stimulus Plan Is Needed For the U.S. Economy's Long Road Back to Health

By Mortimer Zuckerman - Opinion - April 13, 2009

Collapse of consumption as spenders lose confidence is a sign that the fix won't be quick or easy. more >>

Hawaii Volcano Observatory Getting New Equipment

Science - April 11, 2009

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Will Stimulus Money Lead to Actual Education Reform?

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - April 9, 2009

U.S. schools chief releases stimulus funds with some conditions, but critics are wary. more >>

Boomerater™ Report: Obama’s Stimulus Package a Success?

By Philip Moeller - The Best Life - April 6, 2009

Readers share their thoughts on President Obama’s stimulus package. more >>

Obama's Sloppy Stimulus Attracts Crooks, So the FBI Gets Swamped

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - March 25, 2009

Willie Sutton robbed banks because that's where the money was. Same goes for Obama's stimulus. more >>

Obama Stimulus, Tax Increases Are Losing Democrats Key Support

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - March 24, 2009

If Obama and the Democrats keep up the spending spree, they'll turn off their newly energized voters. more >>

How the 'Cash for Clunkers' Plan Would Help New-Car Buyers

By Paul Bedard - Nation & World - March 24, 2009

The CARS Act would give buyers up to $5,000 back. Here's the list of vehicles that would qualify. more >>

Obama Works to Calm Americans' Economic Fears

By Justin Ewers - Nation & World - March 23, 2009

From The Tonight Show to 60 Minutes, Obama reached out to citizens through his convincing tour. more >>

Bailout Backlash: The Furor Over AIG Bonuses Won't Go Away Quickly

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 23, 2009

The huge bonuses spark death threats and a classic freeing frenzy with more fireworks coming this week. more >>

Geithner's Latest Gamble: a Plan to Buy up to $1 Trillion in Toxic Assets

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - March 23, 2009

The Treasury Department will foot part of the bill to encourage private investors to buy the assets. more >>