Obama pushes stimulus plan to aid schools energy bills and coverage
President Obama met with economic advisers to promote a near 825 billion package aimed at helping schools lower electricity costs expand health coverage and protect jobs. He warned of vast income loss if Congress delays action as lawmakers debate a second package and bipartisan approaches.
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GOP bemoans tactics as SCHIP debate heats up in Congress
In Washington Republicans warn the expansion of the State Children's Health Insurance Program faces reversals with Democrats set to move a bill increasing SCHIP funding by 31.5 billion over four years. The measure broadens eligibility for higher incomes and extends coverage to some legal immigrants after five years. Senate Republicans object to the new income rules while Democrats argue most of the bill reflects prior bipartisan support.
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Obama Sets Pragmatic, Bipartisan Tone After Inauguration
Obama prepared the country for swift steps, emphasizing solutions over partisanship. He ordered Gitantanamo’s closure, closed secret CIA prisons, and faced early questions on crisis leadership while fostering a transparent government. He uses executive tools, keeps a BlackBerry, and relies on aides for clarification.
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Mitchell to visit Middle East for Gaza cease-fire talks
Barack Obama’s special envoy George J. Mitchell will visit Israel and the West Bank to push for restarting Israeli Palestinian talks, secure an arms embargo on Hamas, and improve Gaza humanitarian conditions. He may also visit Egypt and Jordan on an eight to 10 day mission.
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