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25 Nov 2008

Obama Promises To Trim Wasteful Spending

In his second news conference in as many days, President-elect Barack Obama is pledging to eliminate unnecessary government spending and programs.

"… help slave or create. Two and a half million jobs. And what tax cuts in the pockets of the hard pressed middle class. Many of those new job will come in areas such as energy independence …" at 0:06

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24 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's news conference in which he introduces his new economic team.

"… Georgia. I -- during the campaign. That. My plan represented a net tax cut and that's important. To remember. 95%. Of workers. In this country would receive a net tax cut under my plan. The reason that's important. Is. Not only. Is that good for families were struggling but it's also part and …" at 13:54

"… we've got to restore some balance -- our tax. And the bush tax cuts were disproportionately. Targeted towards the very wealthiest Americans. Those who are making more than a quarter million dollars a year can afford …" at 15:02

"… Whether that's done through repeal. Or whether that's done. Because. The bush tax cuts are not renewed. Is something that my economic team will be provided me a recommendation. But the basic principle is that we're going to provide tax cuts to the vast majority of Americans the middle class that have been struggling. Over the last eight years that those who benefited …" at 15:33

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12 Nov 2008

Obama Sisters Make Fashion Waves

Malia and Sasha Obama are planted squarely at the intersection of politics and fashion.

"… blog. -- Obama is going to -- an extra 110 dollar tax credit each child. So we can buy them designer clothes that they -- outgrow -- a year. …" at 1:29

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7 Nov 2008

Obama Outlines Economic Response

Flanked by a team of economic advisers, President-elect Barack Obama outlines his priorities to help restore the nation's economy once he takes office.

"… I identified during the campaign including clean energy health care education. And tax relief for middle class campus. My transition team will be working on each of these priorities in the weeks ahead. And I intend …" at 2:58

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7 Nov 2008

Uncut: Obama News Conference

Watch in its entirety President-elect Barack Obama's first news conference since winning the White House.

"… gonna -- get that Jeff. The my tax plan. Represented a net tax cut. It. Provided for substantial. Middle class tax cuts. 95% of working Americans would receive them. It also provided for. Cuts in capital gains for small businesses additional tax credits all …" at 17:35

"… I identified during the campaign including clean energy health care education. And tax relief for middle class families. My transition team will be working on each of these priorities in the weeks ahead. And I intend …" at 5:00

"… a whole but. Understand the goal of my plan. Is. To provide tax relief to families that are struggling but also to boost. The capacity economy to grow from the bottom up. Thank you very much …" at 18:32

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16 Oct 2008

No Knockout Punches In 3rd Debate

Senators John McCain and Barack Obama met for their third presidential debate in New York.

"… years ago when you weren't positioned by your business you needed a tax cut them. And what I want to do is to make sure that the plumber the nurse the firefighters the teacher. The young …" at 0:40

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16 Oct 2008

Final Debate Sets Tone For Home Stretch

Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama face off in their final debate before the election.

"… years ago when you weren't positioned by your business you needed a tax cut them. And what I want to do is to make sure that Plummer the nurse the firefighter the teacher. The young entrepreneur …" at 0:21

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16 Oct 2008

Presidential Candidates Square Off In Final Debate

Barack Obama and John McCain traded jabs about taxes, healthcare and education, among other issues. They also pointed out how their plans would affect "Joe the Plumber," referring to a man Obama met earlier this week, on the campaign trail in Ohio.

"… years ago. When you weren't positioned by your business you needed a tax cut back. I want to give them a tax break now but the jabs didn't end there Senator McCain voted for four out …" at 0:34

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15 Oct 2008

Debate 3: Can Your Veep Lead?

In their third presidential debate, Sens. Barack Obama and John McCain are asked if how their vice presidential candidates are qualified for the presidency.

"… re prioritize. Make sure the worth investing in the American people. Give tax cuts not to the wealthiest corporations but give them to small businesses and give them to. Individuals were struggling right now. Make sure …" at 1:29

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15 Oct 2008

Will Final Debate Be Game-Changer?

Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama meet in their final presidential debate. Will front-runner Obama try to run out the clock? Will McCain go for a last-minute "Hail Mary" pass?

"… debate is about domestic issues and the economy will dominate McCain wants tax cuts for corporations and write offs for investors who have lost money in the stock market. He's expected to say again that Obama …" at 0:22

"… It's a claim Obama will try to refute pushing tax cuts for American households that earn less than 250000. Dollars per year. On the housing prices Obama is calling for a ninety day …" at 0:44

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