Friday, January 8, 2010

US Banks Under Pressure to Lend More

BARACK OBAMA: "America's banks received extraordinary assistance from American taxpayers to rebuild their industry. And now that they're back on their feet, we expect extraordinary commitment from them to help rebuild the economy."

1. Listen to: VOANews: US Banks Under Pressure to Lend More

Obama criticizes "fat-cat bankers" who are making profits again, as small businesses and homeowners struggle.

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