On the recordAugust 5, 1977
I am asking the Congress to abolish our existing welfare system, and replace it with a job-oriented program for those able to work.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI am asking the Congress to abolish our existing welfare system, and replace it with a job-oriented program for those able to work.
Welfare Reform Message to the Congress
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