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FDR: It is my desire, and the purpose of this Administration, to raise the American standard of living so that all of the…

On the recordOctober 20, 1938
It is my desire, and the purpose of this Administration, to raise the American standard of living so that all of the people may enjoy better economic security and good living.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Excerpts from the Press Conference in Hyde Park, New York

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