"Although total output began to expand again two years ago, the pace of the recovery has been slow, and the economy remains in a severe slump." Elmendorf wrote.

他在博客中写道，“尽管两年前总产量再次扩大，但经济复苏的步伐依旧缓慢，经济仍然处于严重衰退的局面。”

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He made a commitment to the nation's service members, in a refueling stop at Elmendorf Air Force Base on his way to visiting four nations in Asia.

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And CBO under Elmendorf published reports saying higher taxes would improve economic performance.

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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid bluntly dismissed Elmendorf for appearing to take a position on a political issue.

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