Obama asks for $450 billion to lift economy

Friday, September 9, 2011

WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama unveiled a larger-than-expected $450 billion plan Thursday night to boost jobs and put cash in the pockets of Americans, urging Republicans to embrace an approach heavy on tax cuts. Obama repeatedly challenged Congress to act swiftly.

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