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Archive for December, 2008
December 1, 2008
- “The point here is that I didn’t going around checking people’s political registration,” Obama said. “What I was most concerned with was whether or not they can serve the interests of the American people.”
- With tensions rising between India and Pakistan after last week’s deadly terrorist attacks in Mumbai, Hillary Clinton faces an early test of her influence in South Asia, where President-elect Barack Obama on Monday said that instability and the rise of militants pose “the single most important threat against the American people.”
- “The situation in South Asia as a whole and the safe havens for terrorists that have been established there represent the single most important threat against the American people,” he told reporters at a news conference Monday as he unveiled his foreign policy and national security team, including Hillary Clinton.
December 2, 2008
- The results surprised Frost’s doubters: In the interviews about Watergate, Nixon is visibly uncomfortable as he tries to defend obstruction of justice, and he finally admits, “I let down the American people.”
- In regard to the war generally, “we must … act in a fashion which will maintain the support of the American people,” Laird wrote. The proposed bombing campaign of the Joint Chiefs sought to drive the North Vietnamese back to the negotiating table. The Nixon administration didn’t go forward with the Joint Chiefs’ plan. But in December 1972, it launched what became known as the “Christmas bombing” of Hanoi when peace talks hit a dead end. The effort stirred anger with the American public. North Vietnam called it a terrorist act.
December 3, 2008
- "It is our strongly held view that before any such request is made, the American people need satisfactory answers to a number of important questions," said House Minority Leader John Boehner and other leading Republicans, in a letter obtained by Reuters.
December 5, 2008
- The leading Democrats in Congress, Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid put it this way several days ago in a letter to the Detroit carmakers. “The auto companies’ shareholders, business partners and prospective benefactors — the American people — deserve to see a plan that is accountable to taxpayers and that is viable for the long-term.”
- “Every day we meet with organizations who present ideas for the transition and the administration, both orally and in writing,” transition chief John Podesta said in the memo to the transition staff. “We want to ensure we give the American people a ‘seat at the table’ and that we receive the benefit of their feedback.”
- “Every day we meet with organizations who present ideas for the transition and the administration, both orally and in writing,” transition chief John Podesta said in the memo to the transition staff. “We want to ensure we give the American people a ‘seat at the table’ and that we receive the benefit of their feedback.”
- “We have to take the macro-economics seriously right now. We’re in the steepest descent we’ve been in in modern times. This is crucial to stop this. So the American people need to understand. This isn’t a favor for the industry. This is a favor for the American people…This is to brake a collapse of our economy that is under way right now.” Recommend Buzz Up Send Email IM Share Digg Facebook Newsvine del.icio.us Reddit StumbleUpon Technorati Yahoo! Bookmarks Print (function() { /** * YUI function to get all elements by class name * getElementsByClass */ function getElementsByClass(className, tag, root) { tag = tag || ‘*’; root = (typeof root == ‘string’) ? document.getElementById(root) : root || document; var nodes = [], elements = root.getElementsByTagName(tag), re = new RegExp(‘(?:^|\s+)’ + className + ‘(?:\s+|$)’); for (var i = 0, len = elements.length; i defaultHeight) { // if primary exists then use that height, otherwise use related var obj = getElementsByClass(‘primary-media’,’div’,related)[0]; if (!obj) obj = related; // set height from primary or related container minHeight = parseInt(obj.offsetHeight, 10); // if the minheight is smaller than default, then set it to default if ( (minHeight heightLimit) { // set overflow and height bd.style.height = minHeight + “px”; bd.className += ” overflow”; story.className += ” read-closed”; // add read more expand button var div = document.createElement(‘div’); div.className = ‘read-more read-more-expand’; div.innerHTML = ‘Read Full Article’; // we have to handle the case where a user might click the button before our YUI script loads // if so, remove the height and overflow setting then hide the button, also add #full hash to url so // if script eventually is loaded it doesnt recreate the buttons and collapse the story div.onclick = function(ev) { var e = ev || window.event; // show full story bd.style.height = ‘auto’; bd.className = bd.className.replace(‘overflow’,’expanded’); story.className = story.className.replace(‘read-closed’,”); // hide the toggle button div.className += ’ hide’; // disable link follow if (e.preventDefault) { e.preventDefault(); } else { e.returnValue = false; } } // add div to document bd.appendChild(div); } }})(); More on Elections Oprah: I’m not seeking job with Obama AP Obama political mentor interested in Senate seat AP CORRECTED: Town meetings start health reform effort Reuters More… Video: Napolitano nominated for Secretary of Homeland Security FOX 11 Tuscon Video: Napolitano headed to Washington, D.C. KTVK 3TV Phoenix Video: Napolitano accepts Obama cabinet position KTVK 3TV Phoenix Most Viewed - Politics Obama campaign mulls what to do with $30M surplus AP Congress, White House work to help auto industry AP Caroline Kennedy interested in NY Senate seat AP Sources: 5 Blackwater guards charged in shooting AP AP Exclusive: Pentagon to recruit aliens on visas AP All Most Viewed » Most Blogged - Politics A New Attorney Scandal? Bush-Appointed U.S. Attorney Won’t Vacate Office Under Obama Think Progress – Fri Dec 5, 7:23 am EDT Blogs About This Story (14) Prev Next Supreme Court today deliberates suit blocking Obama presidency – Fri Dec 5, 5:24 am EDT Blogs About This Story (12) Prev Next Nadler Plans Constitutional Amendment To Curtail Pardon Power TPMMuckraker – Fri Dec 5, 8:14 am EDT Blogs About This Story (11) Prev Next More From The transition’s Mideast conflict Hillary still part of the club Rangel aide disputes NYT on tax loophole benefiting Rangel Center donor Leahy and Holder meet on Monday Hoyer not sure House will take up auto bailout next week Subscribe Add headlines to your personalized My Yahoo! page (About My Yahoo! and RSS) Elections - Politico Add to My Yahoo! RSS Presidential Elections Add to My Yahoo! RSS More News Feeds » Alerts Get an alert when there are new stories about: Rep. Jackie Speier Speaker Nancy Pelosi Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke Jeffrey Sachs Congressional Budget Office Add Selected Alerts View More Alerts » Also on Yahoo! News Today in History Obituaries Corrections News by Region (Yahoo! Directory) Yahoo! News & Media Sites Daily Features All Comics » Opinions & Editorials: Diverse views on news from the right, left, and center. All Opinion » Photo Highlight Photo Highlight Slideshow
December 6, 2008
- "Yet in order for us to reform our health care system, we must first begin reforming how government communicates with the American people," he said.
- "These Health Care Community Discussions are a great way for the American people to have a direct say in our health care reform efforts and I encourage Americans to take part if they are able."
- Obama has been unequivocal that he will close the prison. On missile defense, he has indicated support in general while emphasizing it must not divert resources from other priorities “until we are positive the technology will protect the American people.” That condition could lead to delays in the Europe project, although the Pentagon managed a successful test intercept of a target missile over the Pacific on Friday.
- "We believe that as we go to the American people and we shatter the myths about our broken immigration system that one of the most powerful symbols we have is the sanctity of marriage … and that government should not be destroying families" separating family members with deportations, Gutierrez said.
- In a memo to members of the transition team, he said the initiative was an attempt to “ensure that we give the American people a 'seat at the table' and that we receive the benefit of their feedback.”
December 8, 2008
- “As a liberal member of our Party, I hope and expect our new president to address those issues that will benefit the vast majority of Americans first and foremost,” Hildebrand wrote. “That's his job. Over time, there will be many, many issues that come before him. But first let's get our economy moving, bring our troops home safely, fix health care, end climate change and restore our place in the world. What a great president Barack Obama will be if he can work with Congress and the American people to make great strides in these very difficult times.”
- “I did it based upon the need to protect the American people from harm,” Bush said.
December 9, 2008
- Employees of Yomiuri Land enjoy a ride at a Tokyo amusement park. REUTERS/Yuriko Nakao More Photos and Slideshow » Advertisements Yahoo! News Search All News Search Type All News Yahoo! News Only News Photos Video/Audio News Search Advanced Top Stories Congress, White House nears deal on auto bailoutPakistan won't hand suspects to IndiaSony slashing 8,000 jobs amid global downturnFuneral for teen killed in police shootingConfessions throw Gitmo 9/11 trials into confusionBlackwater shootings case moved to Washington DCSuspicious letters sent to at least 6 governors More Top Stories » Sponsored Links Sales Pros Wanted $250K First Yr Potential.No Selling.Real Business System.$2k Start Up. DiscoverCarbonCopyPro.com Financial Practice Transitions The financial planning business for sale financial planning business for sale specialists. www.fptransitions.com COLLEGE For Financial Planning Educating the Nation’s Top Financial Advisors since 1972. www.cffpinfo.com Featured The Week in PhotosCheck out some of the best photos of the week on Yahoo! News.Financial CrisisFind out the latest news about Wall Street and how it affects you. Business Video Play Video Dec. 8: Wall Street extends rally to 2nd session AP Play Video Democrats submit auto loan plan Reuters Play Video Fixing the Housing Crisis FOXBusiness Play Video GM's Commitment to the American People FOXBusiness More Business Video » Yahoo!Finance Market Summary Symbol Last Change Dow 8,934.18 +298.76 +3.46% Nasdaq 1,571.74 0.00 0.00% S&P 500 909.70 0.00 0.00% 10 Yr Bond(%) 2.7340% 0.0000 Congress, White House nears deal on auto bailoutFormer Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac execs to testifyAsian markets mixed as caution tempers hope More from Yahoo! Finance » Yahoo!Real Estate
- “Instead, my hope is that we’ll listen to the American people, who believe reducing the tax burden is a better way to jump-start our economy than increasing spending on government programs,” Boehner said. That sounds a lot like the Republican argument in the campaign that just ended with their defeat.
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- Employees of Yomiuri Land enjoy a ride at a Tokyo amusement park. REUTERS/Yuriko Nakao More Photos and Slideshow » Advertisements Yahoo! News Search All News Search Type All News Yahoo! News Only News Photos Video/Audio News Search Advanced Top Stories Pelosi likes idea of ‘car czar’ to audit bailoutSony to cut 8,000 jobs amid global downturnFormer Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac execs to testifyCruise ship evacuated due to Somali pirate threatPakistan intesifies crackdown on Mumbai suspectsNew violence wracks Greece ahead of teen’s funeralBlackwater shootings case moved to Washington DC More Top Stories » Sponsored Links Free Housing Grants Kit Get $20,000 in Free Housing Grants. Request Your Free Kit Today. www.thousanddollarprofits.com Medical Office Administration Degrees Diploma or Associate Degrees avail in Medical Office Administration. www.Herzing.edu Artery Clearing Secret Hugh Downs Reports on Breakthrough from Nobel Prize Winning Doctor. www.bottomlinesecrets.com Featured The Week in PhotosCheck out some of the best photos of the week on Yahoo! News.Financial CrisisFind out the latest news about Wall Street and how it affects you. Business Video Play Video Dec. 8: Wall Street extends rally to 2nd session AP Play Video Democrats submit auto loan plan Reuters Play Video Fixing the Housing Crisis FOXBusiness Play Video GM's Commitment to the American People FOXBusiness More Business Video » Yahoo!Finance Market Summary Symbol Last Change Dow 8,934.18 +298.76 +3.46% Nasdaq 1,571.74 0.00 0.00% S&P 500 909.70 0.00 0.00% 10 Yr Bond(%) 2.7340% 0.0000 World markets cement Monday’s hefty gainsPelosi likes idea of ‘car czar’ to audit bailoutSony to cut 8,000 jobs amid global downturn More from Yahoo! Finance » Yahoo!Real Estate
- “President-elect Obama has shown great care in his Cabinet selections, and his early announcement of Mr. Holder’s designation should lead to prompt consideration by the Senate Judiciary Committee and the Senate,” he added. “The American people and our justice system need our constructive engagement and the installation of the new leadership of the Justice Department without delay. ”
- "We want to complete this as soon as possible," said Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, a Nevada Democrat. "The American people want us to make a decision."
December 10, 2008
- Speaking softly, with only her eyes visible through her covering, Bashir said she was pleased “because now Darfur victims’ voices is heard in the White House and to the American people and to the world.”
December 11, 2008
- “I think Republicans are approaching these wins with cautious enthusiasm,” said Republican consultant Ron Bonjean, referring to the GOP’s victories in Georgia and Louisiana, “that the party isn’t completely down and out, that the American people are willing to give them a chance.”
- “The Cao victory is a symbol of what can be achieved when we think big, present a positive alternative, and work aggressively to earn the trust of the American people,” Boehner said.
December 12, 2008
- “They have never been in an executive position before,” Rendell said on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” “The rule of thumb is whatever you did, say it and get it over with and make it a one-day story as opposed to a three-day story. Politicians are always misjudging the intelligence of the American people.”
- “From the beginning, we've said we're going to plan the most open and accessible inauguration in history and that includes using 21st century technology to give the American people access to information about donors to our committee,” Presidential Inaugural Committee Co-Chairwoman Penny Pritzker said in a release.
- "The disclosure guidelines we've released today set a new standard for openness for a Presidential Inaugural Committee," said John W. Rogers, Jr., Co-Chair of the 2009 Presidential Inaugural Committee. "This tool demonstrates the new administration's commitment to changing business-as-usual in Washington, DC." Co-Chair Penny Pritzker added that, "From the beginning, we've said we're going to plan the most open and accessible inauguration in history and that includes using 21st century technology to give the American people access to information about donors to our committee."
December 13, 2008
- “Instead, my hope is that we’ll listen to the American people, who believe reducing the tax burden is a better way to jump start our economy than increasing spending on government programs,” Boehner said. That sounds a lot like the Republican argument in the campaign that just ended with their defeat.
December 14, 2008
- "He's had a statement every single day, saying that the Obama team should reveal all contacts they've had with Governor [Rod] Blagojevich. He says that Obama's promise of transparency to the American people is now being tested. Do you agree with that?”
- "I think people are going to say this is one of the most diverse Cabinets and White House staffs of all time. But more importantly, they're going to say these are all people of outstanding qualifications and excellence. So one of the strong beliefs I’ve always held and has proven to be correct throughout my career is that there's no contradiction between diversity and excellence. I’m looking for the best people first and foremost to serve the American people."
December 15, 2008
- But when asked by a reporter when things will get better and how the American people should hold his administration accountable, Obama would offer no promises or timeline.
- "I want to be completely honest with the American people. I don't have a crystal ball," Obama said.
December 17, 2008
- "There have been too many problems and too much emphasis on big-time lobbyists in Washington and not enough emphasis on what's good for the American people, and that's going to change under Ken Salazar," Obama said.
- A spokesman for Obama's transition team, Nick Shapiro, said, "Governor Vilsack was not a lobbyist on agriculture issues and of course he will represent the interests of the President-elect and the American people, not his former employer."
- “I think the incoming administration’s going to have to fully analyze the risks and the tools and — come to their own conclusion,” he said. “But one thing’s for certain. I’m confident that President-elect Obama knows that one of his most solemn duties is to protect the American people.”
December 18, 2008
- "He has asked his team for a proposal on how to shut it down, what will be required specifically to close it and move the detainees from that facility, and at the same time protect the American people from dangerous terrorists," he said.
- "(Gates) has asked his team for a proposal on how to shut it down — what would be required specifically to close it, and move the detainees from that facility, while at the same time, of course, ensuring that we protect the American people from some dangerous characters."
- “Governor Vilsack was not a lobbyist on agriculture or nutrition issues and of course he will represent the interests of the president-elect and the American people, not his former employer,” said Nick Shapiro, a spokesman for the Obama transition team.
- “The Justice Department began their presentation to the American people with a lie,” Connolly said.
December 19, 2008
- Karl Rove, President George W. Bush's former political guru, has called the cabinet choices "reassuring." McCain said Obama's national security team comprised people "the American people can trust."
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- This means the only way to avoid a collapse of the U.S. auto industry is for the executive branch to step in. The American people want the auto companies to succeed, and so do I. So today, I'm announcing that the federal government will grant loans to auto companies under conditions similar to those Congress considered last week.
- The actions I'm announcing today represent a step that we wish were not necessary. But given the situation, it is the most effective and responsible way to address this challenge facing our nation. By giving the auto companies a chance to restructure, we will shield the American people from a harsh economic blow at a vulnerable time. And we will give American workers an opportunity to show the world once again they can meet challenges with ingenuity and determination, and bounce back from tough times, and emerge stronger than before.
- Related Searches: american industry the american people president bush Recommend Buzz Up Send Email IM Share Digg Facebook Newsvine del.icio.us Reddit StumbleUpon Technorati Yahoo! Bookmarks Print (function() { /** * YUI function to get all elements by class name * getElementsByClass */ function getElementsByClass(className, tag, root) { tag = tag || ‘*’; root = (typeof root == ‘string’) ? document.getElementById(root) : root || document; var nodes = [], elements = root.getElementsByTagName(tag), re = new RegExp(‘(?:^|\s+)’ + className + ‘(?:\s+|$)’); for (var i = 0, len = elements.length; i defaultHeight) { // if primary exists then use that height, otherwise use related var obj = getElementsByClass(‘primary-media’,’div’,related)[0]; if (!obj) obj = related; // set height from primary or related container minHeight = parseInt(obj.offsetHeight, 10); // if the minheight is smaller than default, then set it to default if ( (minHeight heightLimit) { // set overflow and height bd.style.height = minHeight + “px”; bd.className += ” overflow”; story.className += ” read-closed”; // add read more expand button var div = document.createElement(‘div’); div.className = ‘read-more read-more-expand’; div.innerHTML = ‘Read Full Article’; // we have to handle the case where a user might click the button before our YUI script loads // if so, remove the height and overflow setting then hide the button, also add #full hash to url so // if script eventually is loaded it doesnt recreate the buttons and collapse the story div.onclick = function(ev) { var e = ev || window.event; // show full story bd.style.height = ‘auto’; bd.className = bd.className.replace(‘overflow’,’expanded’); story.className = story.className.replace(‘read-closed’,”); // hide the toggle button div.className += ’ hide’; // disable link follow if (e.preventDefault) { e.preventDefault(); } else { e.returnValue = false; } } // add div to document bd.appendChild(div); } }})(); More on Elections Senator says Obama picks Mills to head SBA AP Obama: Help to automakers was "necessary step" Reuters Obama praises Bush rescue plan for carmakers AP More… Video: Obama names interior, agriculture secretaries AP Video: Obama rounds out his cabinet Reuters Video: Blagojevich weighs legal options KMOV Channel 4 St. Louis Most Viewed - Politics Obama poised to name new Cabinet members AP Bailout approved: Automakers to get $17.4B AP Obama team weighs up to $850 billion economic jolt AP Franken opens first lead in Minn. Senate race AP Mark Felt, ‘Deep Throat’ During Watergate, Dies at 95 Bloomberg All Most Viewed » Most Blogged - Politics Obama's Inaugural Mistake Washington Post – Thu Dec 18, 9:00 pm EDT Blogs About This Story (11) Prev Next Bush announces $17.4 billion auto bailout Politico.com: Politics ‘08 – Fri Dec 19, 5:22 am EDT Blogs About This Story (9) Prev Next Obama Team Assembling $850 Billion Stimulus washingtonpost.com - Business – Thu Dec 18, 7:59 pm EDT Blogs About This Story (9) Prev Next More From Blago to speak Republican denounces Bush on auto bailout Provocation of the day: Obama as Russell Voinovich breathes sigh of relief Warren and Obama Subscribe Add headlines to your personalized My Yahoo! page (About My Yahoo! and RSS) Elections - Politico Add to My Yahoo! RSS Presidential Elections Add to My Yahoo! RSS More News Feeds » Alerts Get an alert when there are new stories about: American industry The American people President Bush Add Selected Alerts View More Alerts » Also on Yahoo! News Today in History Obituaries Corrections News by Region (Yahoo! Directory) Yahoo! News & Media Sites Daily Features All Comics » Opinions & Editorials: Diverse views on news from the right, left, and center. All Opinion » Photo Highlight Photo Highlight Slideshow
- This means the only way to avoid a collapse of the U.S. auto industry is for the executive branch to step in. The American people want the auto companies to succeed and so do I.
- The actions I’m announcing today represent a step that we wish were not necessary. But given the situation, it is the most effective and responsible way to address this challenge facing our nation. By giving the auto companies a chance to restructure, we will shield the American people from a harsh economic blow at a vulnerable time and we will give American workers an opportunity to show the world, once again, they can meet challenges with ingenuity and determination and bounce back from tough times and emerge stronger than before.
- END Related Searches: global financial crisis american industry the american people white house Recommend Buzz Up Send Email IM Share Digg Facebook Newsvine del.icio.us Reddit StumbleUpon Technorati Yahoo! Bookmarks Print (function() { /** * YUI function to get all elements by class name * getElementsByClass */ function getElementsByClass(className, tag, root) { tag = tag || ‘*’; root = (typeof root == ‘string’) ? document.getElementById(root) : root || document; var nodes = [], elements = root.getElementsByTagName(tag), re = new RegExp(‘(?:^|\s+)’ + className + ‘(?:\s+|$)’); for (var i = 0, len = elements.length; i defaultHeight) { // if primary exists then use that height, otherwise use related var obj = getElementsByClass(‘primary-media’,’div’,related)[0]; if (!obj) obj = related; // set height from primary or related container minHeight = parseInt(obj.offsetHeight, 10); // if the minheight is smaller than default, then set it to default if ( (minHeight heightLimit) { // set overflow and height bd.style.height = minHeight + “px”; bd.className += ” overflow”; story.className += ” read-closed”; // add read more expand button var div = document.createElement(‘div’); div.className = ‘read-more read-more-expand’; div.innerHTML = ‘Read Full Article’; // we have to handle the case where a user might click the button before our YUI script loads // if so, remove the height and overflow setting then hide the button, also add #full hash to url so // if script eventually is loaded it doesnt recreate the buttons and collapse the story div.onclick = function(ev) { var e = ev || window.event; // show full story bd.style.height = ‘auto’; bd.className = bd.className.replace(‘overflow’,’expanded’); story.className = story.className.replace(‘read-closed’,”); // hide the toggle button div.className += ’ hide’; // disable link follow if (e.preventDefault) { e.preventDefault(); } else { e.returnValue = false; } } // add div to document bd.appendChild(div); } }})(); Related Obama praises Bush rescue plan for carmakers AP Bailout approved: Automakers to get $17.4B AP More… Video: Bush bails out automakers AP Video: Saving Detroit CNBC Video: Paulson: Nation facing historic economic times AP Most Viewed - Business Mass. investor saw inside Madoff scam AP Oil pares losses on hopes of real cuts from OPEC Reuters Stocks rise as White House backs aid to automakers AP Madoff scandal could lead to tax losses nationwide AP Israel urges Russia not to sell missiles to Iran AP All Most Viewed » Most Blogged - Business Auto Makers to Get $17.4 Billion (at The Wall Street Journal Online) Yahoo! Finance: Auto Manufacturers - Major Industry News – Fri Dec 19, 5:54 am EDT Blogs About This Story (26) Prev Next Op-Ed Columnist: The Madoff Economy New York Times – Thu Dec 18, 9:45 pm EDT Blogs About This Story (17) Prev Next The Reckoning: Tax Break May Have Helped Cause Housing Bubble New York Times – Thu Dec 18, 7:22 pm EDT Blogs About This Story (10) Prev Next Elsewhere on the Web Time.com: Texas Braces for an Oil Bust NPR: Do Automakers Have To Make Concessions? FOXBusiness: Sovereign Bancorp To Cut 1,000 Jobs Subscribe Add headlines to your personalized My Yahoo! page (About My Yahoo! and RSS) White House News - AP Add to My Yahoo! Business - Automotive Add to My Yahoo! RSS George W. Bush Add to My Yahoo! RSS More News Feeds » Alerts Get an alert when there are new stories about: global financial crisis American industry The American people White House Add Selected Alerts View More Alerts » Also on Yahoo! News Today in History Obituaries Corrections News by Region (Yahoo! Directory) Yahoo! News & Media Sites Daily Features All Comics » Opinions & Editorials: Diverse views on news from the right, left, and center. All Opinion » Photo Highlight Photo Highlight Slideshow
- But Obama is warning auto companies that “the American people’s patience is running out.” He says the automakers should “seize on this opportunity” to come up with a plan to make their companies sustainable.
- "That is not acceptable to me. I don't think it is acceptable to the American people," he said.
- “Every dollar that we spend, we want it spent on projects that are there not because of politics, but because they’re good for the American people,” he said.
- "I do want to emphasize to the Big Three auto makers and their executives that that the American people's patience is running out," he said, adding that the auto executives must come up with a restructuring plan that is sustainable.
- While Obama declined to say specifically what changes he might make to the Bush administration’s plan, he had a message for the Big Three auto companies: “The American people’s patience is running out” and management must “seize on this opportunity” over the next few months to come up with a sustainable plan for survival.
December 20, 2008
- “By giving the auto companies a chance to restructure, we will shield the American people from a harsh economic blow at a vulnerable time,” the president said in his Saturday radio address. “And we will give American workers an opportunity to show the world once again that they can meet challenges with ingenuity and determination, and emerge stronger than before.”
December 21, 2008
- Otherwise, he added, "you could see the economy continuing to decline at a pretty rapid clip…. That is not acceptable to me. I don't think it is acceptable to the American people."
- "That the NYT ignored such an important economic speech to the American people and the complex causes of the crises is gross negligence.
December 22, 2008
- “It is entirely appropriate for the American people to know how their taxpayer dollars are being spent in private industry,” said Elizabeth Warren, the top congressional watchdog overseeing the financial bailout.
December 23, 2008
- “Knocking down the Clean Air Interstate Rule completely would have left our lungs in a lurch,” the congressman said. “Todays decision is significant because it gives the new Obama Administration some breathing room — and gives the American people some clean air to breathe.”
December 24, 2008
- Obama promises better days in Christmas address - Yahoo! News document.body.className = ‘js-enabled’; Skip to navigation » Skip to content » Home U.S. Business World Entertainment Sports Tech Politics Science Health Travel Most Popular Politics Video Blog White House Congress U.S. Government World Supreme Court Press Releases Obama promises better days in Christmas address Buzz Up Send Email IM Share Digg Facebook Newsvine del.icio.us Reddit StumbleUpon Technorati Yahoo! Bookmarks Print Wed Dec 24, 10:51 am ET Featured Topics: Barack ObamaPresidential Transition AFP/File – US President-elect Barack Obama, seen here in November 2008, urged the American people in a holiday address … Play Video Barack Obama Video: The Obamas Celebrate in Hawaii ABC News Play Video Barack Obama Video: Bush, Obama Give Holiday Greetings ABC News Play Video Barack Obama Video: Questions Remain FOX News
- WASHINGTON (AFP) – President-elect Barack Obama on Wednesday urged the American people in a holiday address to put their shoulder to the "wheel of history" to forge brighter days from the misery of economic crisis.
- "That is the spirit that will guide my administration in the New Year. If the American people come together and put their shoulder to the wheel of history, then I know that we can put our people back to work and point our country in a new direction.
- “If the American people come together and put theirshoulder to the wheel of history, then I know that we can put ourpeople back to work and point our country in a new direction,”Obama said. “That is how we will see ourselves through this timeof crisis and reach the promise of a brighter day.”
- In a holiday radio and online video address, he exhorted the American people to unite in a new sense of national purpose to pull their nation out of its economic chasm.
- "That is the spirit that will guide my administration in the New Year. If the American people come together and put their shoulder to the wheel of history, then I know that we can put our people back to work and point our country in a new direction.
December 28, 2008
- “It’ll just restore some balance,” said Axelrod, saying the two moves will equal a “net tax cut for the American people.”
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December 29, 2008
- Obama's economic stimulus plan "will amount to a net tax cut for the American people," he said. "We feel it's important that middle-class people get some relief now."
- Added House of Representatives Republican minority leader John Boehner: "I would ask the Democratic leadership to guarantee that such a bill will not be brought to the floor of the House unless there have been public hearings in the appropriate committees, the entire text has been available online for the American people to review for at least one week, and it includes no special-interest earmarks."
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