Democrats' Stimulus Plan May Reach $700 Billion

Facing an increasingly ominous economic outlook, President-elect Barack Obama and other Democrats are rapidly ratcheting up plans for a massive fiscal stimulus program that could total as much as $700 billion over the next two years.

Republicans quickly criticized the idea of such a vast initiative, saying Congress should instead cut taxes to spur economic growth.
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Democrats' Stimulus Plan May Reach $700 Billion
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