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Candidates Discuss Economic Plans

 
Obama called for an energy rebate of as much as $1,000 to middle- and low-income families financed through a windfall-profits tax on oil companies. McCain reiterated his plan promoting corporate tax cuts. But it remains to be seen how feasible either candidate's economic plan is. (link)

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