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As I get ready this morning to head over to the Lutheran Church in Gardena to participate in this national day of service by helping to prepare meals for my less fortunate neighbors, I want to thank the autoindustry for giving me a great laugh at their expense. Way to kill the audience, Greg. Guess what?
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The Obama Administration doesnt understand that. " President Obamasauto task force doesnt see it that way. But GM says it wont get the money until the Obama administration is satisfied the company is financially viable. based technology will actually achieve any economy in production. Interesting in any case.
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