Clinton urges urgency for Mideast peace talks
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton pressed urgency in Israeli Palestinian negotiations noting time may be the last chance for years to secure a peace deal. She cited Iran backed extremism and nuclear ambitions as factors raising the stakes and urged both sides to persist toward a deal within a year despite hurdles.
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Gulf oil platform fire fuels drill moratorium debate
A fire on the Mariner Energy platform south of Louisiana renews calls to extend the six month deepwater ban. Experts say the incident may not have lasting impact but fuels concerns about offshore drilling safety and the BP spill legacy.
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Obama commits to middle class focus over stock market gains
In his weekly address Obama stresses that a healthy economy hinges on thriving Main Streets and a growing middle class, detailing steps on jobs college affordability retirement security taxes and protections for those with pre existing conditions. Rep Geoff Davis counters with calls to curb regulations to aid small businesses and job creation.
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Productivity falls as labor costs rise signaling hiring shift
Productivity in the April-June quarter fell 1.8 percent at an annual rate, the largest drop in four years, while unit labor costs rose 1.1 percent, the biggest rise since late 2008. Economists see a potential hiring push despite profit concerns as output per hour declines. The GDP gain for Q2 was revised to 1.6 percent, with deflation risks noted by analysts.
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