To help those least fortunate of all, I am recommending a new public welfare program, stressing services instead of support, rehabilitation instead of relief, and training for useful work instead of prolonged dependency.
Kennedy advocates for a welfare program focused on rehabilitation and training rather than mere financial support.
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