These steps are just a short-term down payment on our larger goal of ensuring that all Americans get the skills and education they need to succeed in today's economy.

WHITEHOUSE: President Obama on New Training for New Job Creation

They ended up not making as large a monthly payment as they would have on a term loan, however, so the car wasn't getting paid off as quickly.

NPR: Weak Housing Market May Not Be Signal to Buy

The package relies on taxes and short-term payment cuts to providers in order to pay for subsidies.

NEWYORKER: Testing, Testing