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Bank bailout supporters struggling for re-election

The government's giant bank bailout may well have averted a second Great Depression, economists say, but a lot of voters aren't buying it. Support for the program is turning into a kiss of death for many in Congress.

 

Boxer, Fiorina tussle over economy in first debate

Boxer, Fiorina tussle over economy in first debate

The recession and how to turn around California's sky-high jobless rate loomed large Wednesday as Sen. Barbara Boxer and GOP challenger Carly Fiorina hold their first debate.

 

McDonnell Leads Va. Gov. Race

McDonnell Leads Va. Gov. Race

Post-ABC News poll shows voters tilting right, but not locked in; economy, transportation top issues.

 

Resounding Victory in India Vote

Congress party defies expectations to secure second term in power as country battles economic woes.

 

As Elections Near, Tightrope Awaits in India

India’s next government will try to balance economic growth with need to address the anxieties of the poor.

 

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