Obama facing dilemma over protectionism in bill – AP

Jan 31, 8:02 AM EST

Obama facing dilemma over protectionism in bill

By DESMOND BUTLER

WASHINGTON (AP) — Less than two weeks into office, President Barack Obama faces a dilemma over protectionist provisions in a massive economic stimulus bill: Backing the measures could set off a trade war, while opposing them could trigger a backlash from his supporters.

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