These are high stakes for states, cities and towns, which are facing the worst economic climate since the Depression.

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We are facing the worst economic downturn or crisis since the Great Depression.

NPR: Orszag Eyes Swift Spending Of Stimulus Funds

The challenges facing newspapers long predate the worst economic slump since the Great Depression.

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