From the chamber's Web site: "The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business federation representing 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. More than 96% of U.S. Chamber members are small businesses with 100 employees or fewer."
Recent statements involving U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Says Sen. Sherrod Brown "voted to block American energy production and increase energy taxes."
The new health care law crushes small businesses "with billions in penalties."
The health care reform plan being proposed in Congress would mean "big tax increases."
Recent stories featuring U.S. Chamber of Commerce
As election approaches, Truth-o-Meter whirls:
With only days to go until Election Day, candidates kept the Truth-O-Meter whirling last week.
Our trusty meter ventured overseas and back again for claims on Mexican workers, Chinese wind turbines and Washington health care.
Homegrown controversies over political TV ads on the rape shield law and education funding were also up for inspection.
No one fared well. All our rulings were Half True or worse.
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