On the recordOctober 22, 1948
We need extension of social security to everybody in the entire Nation not now covered, and a 50 percent increase in benefits.
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presidency.ucsb.eduWe need extension of social security to everybody in the entire Nation not now covered, and a 50 percent increase in benefits.
Address in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
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