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FDR: Not only our future economic soundness but the very soundness of our democratic institutions depends on the…

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Not only our future economic soundness but the very soundness of our democratic institutions depends on the determination of our government to give employment to idle men.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of government action in providing employment to ensure economic stability and democracy.

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