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On the recordMarch 22, 1934
The general principles of H. R. 7659 seem to me sound, and the effect sought a necessary one for recovery and prevention of future economic crises.
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Democratic · New York

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Letter to Congressman Robert L. Doughton on Unemployment Insurance

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