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President Obama and the Home Mortgage Crisis

President Obama wants to stop foreclosures and slow the slide in home prices. Is that a good idea? Will $75 billion be enough to meet his objectives? Also, the nightmare in Detroit continues. On Reporter's Notebook, did Illinois' US Senator Roland Burris lie under oath?

By Warren Olney • Feb 18, 2009 • 1h 0m Listen

President Obama wants $75 billion to help stop foreclosures and keep home prices from dropping further than they already have. How can homeowners qualify? Will the rescue plan be good for the economy? Also, the nightmare in Detroit continues. On Reporter's Notebook, the Chicago Tribune is calling for Roland Burris to resign from the US Senate. Minnesota still hasn't decided who won the November election.

Banner image: President Obama explains his plan to help homeowners and stabilize the housing market.

Warren Olney
former KCRW broadcaster
Christian Bordal
Managing Producer, Greater LA
Katie Cooper
Producer, 'One year Later'

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President Obama and the Home Mortgage Crisis

President Obama wants to stop foreclosures and slow the slide in home prices. Is that a good idea? Will $75 billion be enough to meet his objectives? Also, the nightmare in Detroit continues. On Reporter's Notebook, did Illinois' US Senator Roland Burris lie under oath?

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To the Point

President Obama and the Home Mortgage Crisis

President Obama wants to stop foreclosures and slow the slide in home prices. Is that a good idea? Will $75 billion be enough to meet his objectives? Also, the nightmare in Detroit continues. On Reporter's Notebook, did Illinois' US Senator Roland Burris lie under oath?

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