Independent economists have said that the 'American Jobs Act' would grow the economy and lead to nearly 2 million jobs.
Barack Obama: “Independent economists have said that the 'American Jobs Act' would grow the economy and lead to nearly 2 million jobs.”
On the recordOctober 10, 2011
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Statement on Job Growth Legislation
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