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On the recordSeptember 15, 2008
To jump-start job creation, I have proposed a $50 billion emergency economic plan. We need to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as we know them today. I will ease the burden on struggling homeowners through a universal homeowners' tax credit. I will change our bankruptcy laws to make it easier for families to stay in their homes.
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Barack Obama
Democratic · Illinois

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Obama presents his economic plan aimed at job creation and supporting homeowners.

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