Senate clears way to vote on financial reform

The Senate voted Thursday afternoon to end its three-week debate on a bill to rewrite the nation's financial regulations, paving the way for a final vote on the landmark legislation. Senate clears way to vote on financial reform
Senate overcomes GOP obstacle on overhaul of financial rules

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