Other key issues for the Illinois senator include a revamped energy policy focusing on increased efficiency and alternate technologies, and expanded health care coverage for all Americans.

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Other key issues expected to be on the summit table include negotiations over an accord banning Seoul from producing its own nuclear fuel.

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Key issues for this session include employee ownership and the controversial idea of allowing employment rights to be traded-off for shares.

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