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On the recordJune 17, 2013
But any attempt to label programs that are designed to promote economic opportunity or help struggling Americans as 'welfare' doesn't move us toward that goal.
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Rich Neal
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Neal argues against labeling supportive programs as welfare.

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