American Jobs Act
Boehner’s Jobs Speech Looks to the Private Sector
House speaker John Boehner made his own speech about jobs yesterday, to the Economic Club of Washington. In his speech, Boehner said, “The president’s proposals are a poor substitute for the pro-growth policies that are needed to remove barriers to job creation in America … the policies that are needed to put America back to […]
Top of the Hour: Obama Outlines Economic Plan, Morning Headlines
President Obama presented his $447 billion plan to boost the economy before a joint session of Congress last night. The plan, which is larger than expected, includes tax cuts for businesses that hire new workers and spending on infrastructure.
Obama Calls Congress to Take Action on Jobs Plan
President Barack Obama addressed a joint session of Congress and television viewers across the country last night, presenting a $447 billion package of tax cuts and new government spending meant to increase jobs in America. Obama urged Congress to “pass this jobs plan right away.” After the speech, House speaker John Boehner said “The proposals […]
Answering listener questions about Obama’s jobs speech
We asked our listeners to submit questions about the jobs plan, and the likelihood that it will pass. We talk with Michael Shear, political reporter for The New York Times, and Gordon Kirk, an unemployed hotel facilities manager living in Florida.
Top of the Hour: Obama to Present Jobs Plan, Morning Headlines
President Obama will present his plan to create jobs to Americans tonight during a prime time speech to Congress. Obama is expected to offer a $300 billion package of ideas that includes tax cuts for businesses, infrastructure spending, and aid to states to keep people in their jobs.