Obama Talks Medicare And Debt Limit In Press Conference

President Obama on Wednesday said corporations should give up some tax breaks before the United States asks seniors to pay more for their Medicare benefits. But, Obama also opened the door to make changes and spending reductions to Medicare.

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<h1>Obama Talks Medicare And Debt Limit In Press Conference</h1>
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			June 29, 2011		</time>
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