John Kennedy actually said...

The wider coverage, extended benefit periods and increased benefit amounts will lessen the hardship and suffering that accompany unemployment and will, at the same time, provide a stimulus to business.

Context

Letter to the President of the Senate and to the Speaker of the House on the Unemployment Compensation System.

03/11/1962

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