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Sanders is disappointed with stimulus package, but votes for it
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Senator Bernie Sanders says he’s disappointed with the economic stimulus package that was adopted by Congress late last night because the legislation doesn’t address some of the most pressing needs facing the country. But Sanders says he voted for the plan because it’s a good first step to strengthen the national economy. VPR’s Bob Kinzel reports.Vermont Edition
Senator Bernie Sanders
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Democrats in the Senate are seeking Senator Bernie Sanders’ support in expanding the economic stimulus package that was passed by the U.S. House. Bob Kinzel talks with Sanders about the economic package and the results of the Super Tuesday presidential primaries. Also, analysis of a new school funding proposal and we listen back to some of the voices in the week’s news.VPR News
Midday Newscast: February 4, 2007
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Dartmouth College President James Wright will step down in June 2009; more…VPR News
Midday Newscast: January 22, 2008
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Senator Bernie Sanders is supporting a union organizing drive in Saint Albans; more…VPR News
Midday Newscast: January 17, 2008
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Senator Patrick Leahy says he’s supporting Barack Obama’s campaign for president; more…VPR News
Midday Newscast: January 3, 2008
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Senator Bernie Sanders says poor Americans have suddenly found themselves in a more desperate situation; more…VPR News
Midday Newscast: December 4, 2007
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The state Tax Department says there’s plenty of money in the education fund; two communities in Rutland County are still trying to develop an indoor recreation center, even though two of their neighbors have dropped out; more…VPR News