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The president speaks at the White House after meeting with CEOs and other business leaders.

Says he understands many are skeptical of the stimulus plan-- but pledges to "try something new in Washington-- we'll invest in what works."

Read his prepared comments here. Participants include heads of Xerox, Google and Aetna.

Earlier: The president says he's "confident" Congress will back his economic recovery bill. Pool report here.

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