Barack Obama actually said...

Short term, we have got to focus on boosting the economy and creating jobs. Part and parcel of that is a plan for a sustainable fiscal situation long term.

Context

Obama stresses the need for immediate economic focus alongside long-term fiscal planning.

01/07/2009

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