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Bailout Plan Delayed as Stimulus Pitch Absorbs Agenda

Feb. 9, 2009
Senior Obama administration officials sought to intensify pressure on Congress yesterday to pass a massive stimulus package for the crumbling economy, warning lawmakers of the consequences of delay while rescheduling the unveiling of their financial rescue plan to keep the spotlight on Capitol Hill.
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