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27 Jan 2010 09:08

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U.S.: So, Obama’s taking responsibility in his State of the Union tonight

  • But he won’t take blame. Obama’s first year in office hasn’t been perfect, and now the administration’s running with its tail between its legs, trying to figure out the best way to reconcile after the Scott Brown loss. Expect an Obama who takes “responsibility” for the missteps tonight, but not one who shoulders the blame. Should be fun to watch. We’ll be there, blogging about it. source
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27 Jan 2010 08:38

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Biz, U.S.: Poll: Perception says the stimulus is like an inverted Robin Hood

  • 51% think it’s helped bankers and investors
  • 40% think it’s helped the executives
  • 33% think it’s helped the low-income
  • 25% think it’s helped the middle class source
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27 Jan 2010 08:17

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Tech, World: Google’s “older sister” wants it to stick around in China

  • Sister was very happy when brother gave up the thought of leaving and stayed for sister.
  • A message on the “Goojje” Web site • Regarding Google’s possible leaving of the Chinese market. In Chinese, the syllable “gle” is pronounced like the word for “older brother.” Goojje, a new search engine, takes advantage of this, using the syllable “jje” to stand for “older sister.” Who’s mama bear, Baidu? source
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