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..."

"I believe it is important that it does so."

"The imminent expiration of the Temporary Extended Unemployment Compensation program at a time when unemployment is still high and there are large numbers of long-term unemployed makes enactment of the..."

"It will provide a very effective protection for our older citizens."