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Obama to Expand Opportunities for Americans

U.S. President Barack Obama says too many Americans are "working harder than ever," but are just getting by. Obama said in his weekly address Saturday that trend must be reversed to develop an economy that "works for everyone, not just a fortunate few." The U.S. leader said he wanted to work with Congress on this agenda, but would take "take steps without legislation" to expand opportunities for more American families. He said he has already ordered...

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