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Headlines from December 6th, 2008
Obama Pledges Massive Public Works Program
In his Saturday radio/video address, the president-elect says his administration will make the largest national infrastructure investment since the interstate highway system, creating millions of jobs. Click above to watch, and read the text here. Also proposes "the most sweeping effort to modernize and upgrade school buildings that this country has ever seen," and other steps. Calls for legislation to be passed "immediately" once Congress reconvenes. "We need to act with the urgency this moment demands to save or create at least two and a half million jobs...." Permalink
Reid to Pull Welcome Mat From Biden
The Senate Majority Leader tells Sunday's Las Vegas Sun that the vice president will not be allowed to attend Senate caucus meetings, as Cheney did with Republicans. An effort to restore Congress' independence from the executive branch. Politico's Playbook has more. Update: Biden spokeswoman says he never intended to attend caucus meetings. "He and Senator Reid see eye to eye on this.” Permalink
Bush Takes In Army-Navy Game
The president presides over the pre-game coin toss at the annual football showdown in Philadelphia, accompanied by Secretary Gates. Gives pep talks to both teams before the game-- "Have fun out there." Speaks briefly to CBS about what he'll miss as president-- read the on-field interview here. Permalink
Democrats May Offer Loans for Carmakers
NY Times: "Congress is expected to hold a vote on the short-term rescue plan for American automakers in a special session next week." Permalink
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