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But to the surprise of the doubters, as we proceeded to carry on the program which included Public Works and Work Relief, the country grew richer instead of poorer.
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gutenberg.orgFDR: “But to the surprise of the doubters, as we proceeded to carry on the program which included Public Works and Work…”
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He reflects on the unexpected economic growth that followed government spending programs, countering initial skepticism.
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