Small biz chief: 'We're the popular kid'

Courtesy Economic news - CNNMoney.com  Tue, 08/04/2009 - 11:34

The economy is showing signs of revival, but in the small business trenches, companies are still struggling.

Sales are down, credit is tight, and the tally of laid-off workers keeps growing. Leading the federal government's effort to shore up Main Street businesses is Karen Mills, now four months into her job heading the Small Business Administration.

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