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Obama refocuses bailout on small businesses
President Barack Obama says the government's $700 billion financial bailout is shifting away from Wall Street giants and toward small businesses on Main Street. Full story
House panel: Let states protect consumers
The House Financial Services Committee voted Wednesday to let states regulate large national banks when it comes to protecting consumers, unless federal regulators intervene.
President: Michelle made more sacrifices
In an interview with NBC's Savannah Guthrie, Obama admits that most men are still "a little obtuse" about the burdens that befall working mothers.
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Kerry becomes de facto diplomat for Obama
Sen. John Kerry ascends to the unofficial role of President Obama's global adviser on key issues that could reshape the nation's image around the world.
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Health bill exempts some big employers
More than 70 million Americans who have health insurance through their jobs could be open to higher costs or denials of coverage under a leading plan making its way through Congress.
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Watchdog: Bailout helped but at a great cost
A government watchdog said the $700 billion bailout played a major role in rescuing the economy but also engenderedd distrust because of secrecy and confusion surrounding the program.
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