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Obama wants bigger aid effort for auto giants

 
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President-elect Barack Obama has supported extension of more than $25 billion in quick government aid for distressed U.S. automakers while Republicans forcefully questioned a bailout being crafted by Democrats. (link)

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