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Published 1/29/2009 by Mark Murray at First Read

From NBC's Mike Viqueira and Mark MurrayHouse Republicans are accusing "the White House" of being the first to break the bipartisan spell. A statement from House GOP Whip Eric Cantor alleges post-vote recriminations, and also cites TV ads targeting vulnerable Senate Republicans on the eve of Senate debate on the stimulus. "In his Inaugural Address, President Obama promised to put an end to the petty politics that have come to dominate Washington. Yet, today that message is threatened as the White...( read more ) (link)

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