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Stimulus Stories, Powered by Google on Obama Site

While Congress debates President Obama’s economic stimulus package in Washington, D.C., Obama’s political team has mapped out citizens’ personal stories in support of the bill using a Google Maps function on BarackObama.com.

In total, 16 stories have been posted from citizens in 12 states. Visitors can submit their own stories for potential inclusion.

Formerly Obama’s presidentical campaign site, BarackObama.com now serves as a hub for Organizing for America, Obama’s effort to support his agenda by encouraging grassroots activism.

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