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On the recordMarch 6, 2008
The main factor out there is that Americans are hurting right now. And they don't care too much whether it's technically a recession or not. So, I would say that it's very likely.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain acknowledges the economic difficulties facing Americans and suggests that the country is likely in a recession.

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