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Obama, McCain oppose gas tax hike; road needs loom

 
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Although proponents say an uptick in gasoline taxes would provide billions for badly needed U.S. infrastructure development, neither Barack Obama nor John McCain would likely support it if elected president. (link)

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