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Bill in hand, Obama presses Congress on jobs plan - Los Angeles Times
253 days ago
ReutersBill in hand, Obama presses Congress on jobs planLos Angeles TimesHolding up a copy of his jobs bill,President Obama on Monday called on Congress to pass it “immediately'' and implored the public to put pressure on lawmakers, using a Rose Garden appearance to build grassroots ...Obama sends jobs bill to Congress, urges "no games, no politics, no delays"CBS NewsObama tax p
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After conflict, Obama to address Congress on September 8 - Reuters
264 days ago
Globe and MailAfter conflict, Obama to address Congress on September 8ReutersPresident Obama waves to onlookers before lifting off from the White House aboard Marine One in Washington, August 18, 2011. By Jeff Mason and Thomas Ferraro WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama on Wednesday agreed to unveil new jobs proposals ...Obama moves jobs speech back one dayCBS NewsObama agrees to delay
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S&P Downgrade May Cloud Obama Re-Election Bid Even as It Damages Congress - Bloomberg
290 days ago
Globe and MailS&P Downgrade May Cloud Obama Re-Election Bid Even as It Damages CongressBloombergThe downgrade of the US's AAA credit rating by Standard & Poor's darkens President Barack Obama's re-election chances while also damaging members of Congress from both parties as they ...U.S. credit rating downgraded by Standard & Poor'sSan Francisco ChronicleThe $2 trillion
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Debt-Limit Deal to Get Congress Vote Today - Bloomberg
295 days ago
The HinduDebt-Limit Deal to Get Congress Vote TodayBloombergThe US Capitol building stands at night in Washington, DC, US Both parties were working to sell the deal to their rank and file. The US Capitol building stands at night in ...How Obama Blew ItDaily BeastCongressional Leaders to Pitch Debt-Reduction Compromise to CaucusesFox NewsThe Week Ahead: Deal done, now the voteThe HillCNN Internati
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It's time for Congress to make a deal [Most commented] - Los Angeles Times
299 days ago
msnbc.comIt's time for Congress to make a deal [Most commented]Los Angeles TimesThe clock is ticking and its time for Congress to put aside partisanship and make a deal, The Times' editorial board wrote Wednesday. House Speaker John A. Boehner (R-Ohio) is struggling for support on a plan that would risk replicating the ...Tea Party Activists Revolt Against Boehner Amid Debt CrisisFox News
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Congress hears outcry from business lobby on debt ceiling and deficit - Washington Post
315 days ago
New York Times (blog)Congress hears outcry from business lobby on debt ceiling and deficitWashington PostAfter weeks sitting on the sidelines, the country's most powerful business lobbying groups made their loudest call yet Tuesday for the White House and Congress to come to an agreement on the debt ceiling and a plan for ...Business leaders urge action on debt ceilingReuters470 Business Lead
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US Business Groups Urge Congress To Vote Against Yuan Bill - Wall Street Journal
333 days ago
AsiaOneUS Business Groups Urge Congress To Vote Against Yuan BillWall Street JournalWASHINGTON (Dow Jones)--Several dozen US business groups, including heavy-hitters such as the US Chamber of Commerce and the Financial Services Roundtable, on Friday urged lawmakers to vote against a bill that would penalize China for its currency ...US groups urge Congress reject China currency billReutersall 17
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Business Groups to Congress: 'Raising Debt Ceiling Is Critical' - Wall Street Journal (blog)
377 days ago
Business Groups to Congress: 'Raising Debt Ceiling Is Critical'Wall Street Journal (blog)Sixty-two business groups, including the American Gas Association, the Telecommunications Industry Association, and the National Association of Manufacturers, urged congressional leaders on Wednesday to raise the ...and more »
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S&P aims to whip Congress into debt action - Financial Times
399 days ago
Kansas City StarS&P aims to whip Congress into debt actionFinancial TimesA spokesperson for Standard & Poor's said on Monday that there was an “at least a one-in-three likelihood” that the rating agency “could lower” its long-term view on the US within two years. US equities quickly dropped by more than 1.5 ...GLOBAL MARKETS-Debt woes, China inflation risk overhang marketsReutersFTSE
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Congress passes $38 billion in budget cuts - Los Angeles Times
403 days ago
New York Times (blog)Congress passes $38 billion in budget cutsLos Angeles TimesThe deal for the remainder of the 2011 fiscal year, which left House Republicans divided, is not the end of the debate. A vote on a GOP spending blueprint for 2012 is planned for as early as Friday. Democratic senators arrive Thursday for a news ...Budget vote shows challenge for Boehner, ObamaReutersCongress passes 2
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Budget Details Slow To Emerge, Even To Congress - NPR
408 days ago
USA TodayBudget Details Slow To Emerge, Even To CongressNPRBarack Obama shakes hands with tourists visiting the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC, Saturday during a surprise visit a day after budget negotiations with Congress prevented a government shutdown. Barack Obama shakes hands with ...Obama Reached Breaking Point in Budget Talks After Tense Hour With BoehnerBloombergShutdown avoided, Whit
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SF Bachata Festival
462 days ago
Kiko Rodriguez and his band will be performing at the 3rd San Francisco Bachata Festival!
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