Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

I believe that the initiation of this broad and sound program will do much to alleviate distress and to raise perceptibly the standards of good living for many of our families throughout the land.

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Message to Congress Recommending Legislation on Assistance for Home Repair and Construction

05/13/1934

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