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With tens of millions of Americans reeling financially from the coronavirus pandemic, the future of the U.S. economy is on the minds of many. Both President Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden are seeking to convince voters they can revive the country. But what do their respective policies suggest? Paul Solman analyzes some of Biden's key economic proposals -- and how he would pay for them. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

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