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Monday, May 20, 2013  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Friday, January 04, 2013  Robust hiring in manufacturing and construction fueled the December job gains.

Friday, December 07, 2012  The government said Superstorm Sandy had only a minimal effect on the figures.

Monday, November 26, 2012  White House: Threat of tax hikes could lower consumer spending during holiday season

Friday, October 05, 2012  US unemployment rate falls to 7.8 pct., lowest since 2009, giving Obama a potential boost

Monday, July 09, 2012  Obama to push extension of middle-class tax cuts in address from White House

Friday, July 06, 2012  US economy added 80,000 jobs in June; unemployment rate unchanged at 8.2 percent

Friday, April 27, 2012  Growth likely dipped in January-March quarter, but outlook for all of 2012 appears brighter

Monday, January 23, 2012  As Obama approaches State of the Union, many promises from past addresses remain unfulfilled

Saturday, February 26, 2011  Billionaire Warren Buffett offers lessons on the pitfalls of debt and earnings figures

Tuesday, June 01, 2010  Luetkemeyer said President Obama and the Democratic leadership in Washington are destroying our economy with their legislation.

Friday, February 13, 2009  Obama calls passage of $787 billion stimulus 'major milestone' on road to economic recovery