Obama Speaks to Small Businesses in Maryland Video

Obama says the job losses for January, 20,000, is a positive sign, as well as the tick up in manufacturing employment. "These numbers, while positive, are a cause for hope but not celebration," he said. The true engine of job creation will always be business, but government can help. Obama talked about SBA loans and the proposed small business tax credit and lending fund. Read the proposals here.

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