Pelosi and Reid navigate Obama era power shift
In Washington the trio of Pelosi Reid and Obama face a new balancing act as they push the president s priorities while preserving Congress authority. Republicans frame Pelosi as a foil while earmark fights and Iraq troop plans highlight tensions amid a period of adjustment.
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Obama Says Crisis Offers Great Opportunity for Nation
President Obama urged Americans to view the crisis as a great opportunity while defending his policy agenda. He cited unemployment at 8.1 percent and persistent market declines, promising that prosperous days will return and detailing steps to support homeowners, lending, contracts reform, and healthcare overhaul.
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