Divided Senate Considers Economic Stimulus Bill
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Channel: Voice of America · 2009 · News & Politics
The U.S. Senate has begun debate on a massive economic stimulus plan that has faced opposition from minority Republicans. President Barack Obama has urged lawmakers not to let "modest differences" delay the measure, which calls for about $900 billion in new spending and tax cuts. Deborah Block reports.
