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Obama says shutdown would hurt families, economy
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FAIRLESS HILLS, Pa. (AP) — President Barack Obama is warning that a government shutdown would hurt typical families and halt the recovery of the American economy. Speaking at an event outside Philadelphia, Obama admonished lawmakers in a budget battle to "act like adults." Trying to pressure Republican House members, he insisted the White House has compromised and called on GOP lawmakers to do the same.