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Last updated: 21 april, 2009 - 15:32 GMT

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The global recession means that times are getting tough in America.

Many have lost their jobs and any place that saves people money is becoming even more attractive.

According to Paul LeClerc, thrifty New Yorkers have found a new place to hang out and make contacts - without spending a dime: The New York Public Library.

Paul is the President of the library. He explained to Matthew Bannister why, for some people, the library is becoming a replacement for the office.

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