Archive for July 12th, 2008
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Obama: ‘Little doubt’ U.S. in recession
Barack Obama said Saturday there is “little doubt we’ve moved into recession,” underscoring the country’s need for a second economic stimulus package and other steps. -
Statement by the Press Secretary
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac play an important role in our housing finance system, and they should continue to play this role in their current forms as shareholder-owned companies.
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President Bush Saddened by Death of Tony Snow, Sends Condolences to Snow Family
President Bush on Sunday said, “And our thoughts are with Jill and the three children now as they deal with their grief. We went to church this morning at Camp David and I prayed for Jill and the family, that they would have — find comfort and strength during this tough time for them. And I just hope they understand that Tony was loved here in the White House, and a lot of those who, you know, got to know him really do care about Jill and the kids.”
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Interview of the Vice President by Chris Wallace, Fox News Sunday
Q Mr. Vice President, thank you so much for talking with us. How important was Tony Snow’s voice over the past two decades in the conservative movement?
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Cindy McCain attends IndyCar race in Nashville (AP)
AP - Cindy McCain spent her Saturday getting up close and personal with the IndyRacing League at the series’ stop at the Nashville Superspeedway, taking a spin around the track in the pace car with Johnny Rutherford and checking out Danica Patrick’s car in the garage.
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President Bush Saddened by Death of Tony Snow, Sends Condolences to Snow Family - July 13, 2008
President Bush on Sunday said, “And our thoughts are with Jill and the three children now as they deal with their grief. We went to church this morning at Camp David and I prayed for Jill and the family, that they would have — find comfort and strength during this tough time for them. And I just hope they understand that Tony was loved here in the White House, and a lot of those who, you know, got to know him really do care about Jill and the kids.”
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Bill Clinton warns of growing polarization (AP)
AP - Former President Bill Clinton warned Saturday that the country is becoming increasingly polarized despite the historic nature of the Democratic primary. -
Analysis: Obama revels in contrasts with McCain (AP)
AP - Barack Obama has found something that eluded him during the primary season contrast. And, he’s basking in it. -
NYT: Obama supporters on left cry foul
Some voters on the far left believe they’re seeing Obama shift positions on the Iraq war, wiretapping and other issues, and they don’t like it.
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Bill Clinton: Nation growing polarized
Former President Bill Clinton warned Saturday that the country is becoming increasingly polarized despite the historic nature of the Democratic primary.