Dems massaging message on whether Americans better off
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Biden: We are better off today
- Obama advisers wouldn't answer yes or no on whether voters are better off than in 2008
- Day after, they try to massage their message, saying signs show improving economy
- Obama and Biden rally union faithful at Labor Day rallies
- Ryan to "bracket" Democratic convention with North Carolina rally