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On the recordMay 5, 2010
Do you think people want to be bailed out? Do you think people want their unemployment to be extended? Would they rather be sitting being unemployed, or would they rather have a good job with really good prospects and a bright future? I think people would rather have a strong economy.
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W. Todd Akin
Missouri

Editor's note · Context

The speaker is discussing public sentiment regarding unemployment benefits and the desire for a strong economy.

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