Republican Congressional leaders did not say they would oppose an economic recovery bill but warned against excessive spending.

Both Senators John McCain and Barack Obama have now outlined their plans for addressing the economic crisis, leaving voters with a clear choice on a big issue.

Lobbyists and executives say the swing reflects the fact that drug companies’ fortunes depend more than ever on Democrats in power.

Signs of internal confusion came as the campaign was under pressure from state party leaders to sharpen its economic message.

Signs of internal confusion came as the campaign was under pressure from state party leaders to sharpen its economic message.

A rigidly ideological stance against government intervention in free markets reflects the Republican Party now dominant in the House as well as in many state legislatures.

While John McCain appeared as a man in motion last week, Barack Obama’s cautious side was on clear display.

Mr. McCain was action-oriented and impulsive as he dive-bombed targets, while Mr. Obama was measured and cerebral and inclined to work the phones behind the scenes.

John McCain did not explicitly side with House Republicans on the bailout deal, but by keeping his views to himself, he kept their revolt alive.

Whether House Republicans accomplish what they sought by introducing a sketchy alternative to the White House’s bailout plan depends on how they intended it.