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FDR: Shall we abandon the splendid efforts of the Federal Government to raise the health standards of the Nation and to give…

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Shall we abandon the splendid efforts of the Federal Government to raise the health standards of the Nation and to give youth a decent opportunity through such means as the Civilian Conservation Corps?
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt defends the federal government's efforts to improve health standards and provide opportunities for youth.

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