Topic: Lawrence Summers

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Is Obama taking on too much?

Bolstered by high approval ratings, the president sees a limited window of opportunity to enact his agenda.

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The emerging stimulus bill: still big

The Senate is likely to vote Tuesday on its version. Talks with the House are already beginning.

Sunday's TV news show lineups

Sunday morning show lineup

New White House press secretary's first time in the hot seat

What it might take for the US to remain No. 1

Economists call for greater thrift, less dependence on foreign oil, and a closer watch on Wall Street.

Sunday morning show lineup

Obama pushes to redirect bailout

He aims to expand access to the remaining $350 billion in TARP funding.

Can Obama's clean energy plan save the climate?

In a major economic speech Thursday at George Mason University, President-elect Barack Obama called for doubling domestic production of alternative energy over the next three years.

NASA climate scientist pens personal appeal to Obama

James Hansen, one of the world's most eminent climate scientists, and his wife, Anniek, have written an open letter to Barack and Michelle Obama on the urgency of the need to halt global warming.

Bailout may cost trillions ... or not

Even if it adds up to $8 trillion, the final cost will be lower as US sells the assets it's now buying.

The Monitor's View: Obama's fusion cabinet

He's expanding the definition of diversity beyond race and gender to include differing views.

Obama names basketball buddy and fellow Harvard alum as Education Secretary

Obama and the wary left

Despite policy pullbacks and some appointments, most liberals are happy.

Obama’s team of stars: Can he manage it?

Some inner-circle conflict can be of help to a president, but building a sense of teamwork will be key.

Obama's vast jobs plan: How hard?

His aim is to add 2.5 million jobs. But job totals are dropping sharply now.

Obama acting increasingly presidential

Not 'a minute to waste' in addressing economic woes, the president-elect says.

Geithner headlines Obama’s economic team of familiar faces

The New York Fed president is known for his insights on ‘90s international crises.

For Obama, the economy can't wait

His top priorities are stimulus proposals, the 'G-20' summit, and picking a Treasury chief.

Stimulus 2: Can more spending spur a recovery?

Many economists agree another stimulus package is necessary. Some are skeptical about its benefits.

Who advises candidates on economic crisis?

Both pick mainstream experts, but Obama’s are more interventionist.

Obama, McCain, and the financial crisis

John McCain has the harder job of countering his support of Bush and his push for deregulation.

Voters weighing Obama, McCain tax plans

Nearly 3 in 4 see taxes and budget deficits as 'extremely' or 'very' important in the 2008 campaign.