House Republicans thwarted an expedited effort by Democrats to extend jobless benefits into next year. It cleared by 258-154 but failed to meet the two-thirds majority needed for “fast-track” passage. Two million Americans could soon lose their aid.
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House GOP Blocks Democratic Bid to Extend Jobless Benefits originally appeared on DailyFinance on Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:05:00.
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