On the recordOctober 26, 2011
On the other hand, when we have studied unemployment we have had some Members almost suggest that the main problem with unemployment is the unemployed and that they can be blamed for the situation.
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Doggett criticizes blaming the unemployed for their situation, advocating for understanding.
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