Published 12/19/2008
by Mark Murray
at First Read
From NBC's Mark Murray and Domenico MontanaroObama's transition office released the following statement from the president-elect: "Today's actions are a necessary step to help avoid a collapse in our auto industry that would have devastating consequences for our economy and our workers. With the short-term assistance provided by this package, the auto companies must bring all their stakeholders together -- including labor, dealers, creditors and suppliers -- to make the hard choices necessary...( read more )
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