Candidates Weigh In On Stabilizing Fannie, Freddie

"The historic takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which could come as soon as Sunday, moved to the forefront of the presidential campaign Saturday as candidates and congressional leaders seized on the enormous implications for taxpayers and the economy."

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Newsviners To Cover National Conventions

"I am very happy to announce that after several months of planning and collaboration between Newsvine users and staff, msnbc.com, NBC News and convention organizers - Newsvine will be sending several of our best contributors to both the Democratic National Convention and the Repub..."

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