Barack Obama actually said...

I felt that it would be irresponsible for me with the first $350 billion already spent to enter into the administration without any potential ammunition should there be some sort of emergency or weakening of the financial systems.

Context

Obama discusses the need for financial resources as he prepares to take office.

01/11/2009

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