On Stimulus, White House Kept Congress Close

Prez still didn't get much GOP support

By Gabriel Winant, Newser User

Posted Feb 17, 2009 12:36 PM CST

(Newser) – President Obama promised a new spirit of cooperation in Washington, and in his relationship with Congress, he did his best to deliver, the Wall Street Journal reports. Obama left congressional leaders wide leeway in crafting the stimulus bill and stayed in close touch with members.... Read full story »

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Prez still didn't get much GOP support

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