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A State by State Look at the American Jobs Act   |  White House

The purpose of the American Jobs Act, which President Obama presented to Congress, is simple: Put more people back to work and put more money in the pockets of working

Cook County faces a 2012 budget shortfall of $315.2 million in the General Fund. Revenues are anticipated to decline $317.7 million while expenditures are expected to only see a $2.5 million natural decrease.  To balance the budget, tough choices must be made. We want you to weigh