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Bernanke Urges Sequestration Alternative

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke told Congress that low interest-rate policies are giving key support to the economy. He also urged them to replace the automatic spending cuts due to start Friday with more gradual reductions. (Feb. 26)