Carney: America Might Lose Faith In Congress After Washington "Circus"

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney sees how Americans might have lost faith watching the debt negotiations in Washington. In the end, Carney says, there was a compromise that averted a crisis and will reduce deficit and be good for the economy.  (0:29)

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Carney: Not An Ideal Option, But A Better Option

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney talks about Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid’s plan and comparison with one put forward by the Speaker of the House. Although Sen. Reid’s plan does not have any upfront revenues the White House is willing to accept it as a compromise, a word they did not hear from Speaker Boehner’s in response to the President’s address. (0:45) 

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Obama: The American People Are Sold

President Barack Obama tells reporters at a White House Press Conference, that 80% of the American people support a balanced approach. He says that members of Congress are dug into ideological positions, but now is the time to the right things and reflect the will of the American people. (0:53)

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White House: Without Revenue, Domestic Spending Gutted

President Obama says that if congressional leaders want to achieve $ 2.4 trillion in budget cuts and not raise the revenue, then they are gutting the domestic spending.
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Carney: U.S. Will Not Default On Its Obligations

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney says the President is committed to finding a bipartisan compromise  and though he is not satisfied with the suggested provisions, all parties recognize that the U.S. cannot default on its financial obligations. (0:35)

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White House Urges Leaders To Take The Plunge

During the daily press briefing at the White House, press secretary Jay Carney says that the President wants to continue the negotiations and go for the so-called grand bargain, which is possible if all parts are willing to take the plunge and lead.  (0:35)

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Without A Deal, White House Envisions Sophie’s Choice

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney speculates what would happen if the U.S. were to default on there obligations which includes the choice of what bills to pay. (0:56)

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Carney: Need To Check The Rhetoric At The Door

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney discusses the debt reduction talks and says that the President wants the players to check their positions and rhetoric at the door. Everyone needs to agree on the problem, accept negotiations and compromise on the details of how to get there. (:45)

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White House Believes A Deal Is Possible

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney answers question about the progress of the debt reduction talks and the possiblity of reaching a deal. (:34)

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