Congress wrestles with President Obama's agenda
President Barack Obama speaks during a prime time news conference at the East Room of the White House March 24, 2009 in Washington, DC.
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President Obama meets with congressional Democrats this morning to establish priorities and workable compromises. Congressional Republicans say Obama's budget and economic proposals are way too expensive -- and expansive.
Political scientist and congressional expert Steven Smith answers questions about the latest in Washington.
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