Barack Obama: “Fortunately, as tough as times are right now and things are going to get worse before they get better, there is a…”

“Fortunately, as tough as times are right now and things are going to get worse before they get better, there is a convergence between circumstances and agenda. The key for us is making sure that we jump-start that economy in a way that doesn't just deal with the short-term, doesn't just create jobs immediately, but also puts us on a glide path for long-term sustainable economic growth.”