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William F. Smith: “for years, the Misery Index has measured the good or bad impact of the economy on everyday Americans. The Misery Index…”

On the recordSeptember 23, 2004
for years, the Misery Index has measured the good or bad impact of the economy on everyday Americans. The Misery Index is the combination of the unemployment rate and the inflation rate. President George Bush has the lowest Misery Index of any President seeking re-election in 30 years. The Misery Index under President Bush is only 7.3 percent. Over 1.7 million jobs have been created just in the last year. President Bush's initiatives have given Americans economic growth and a freer and more secure country. Mr. Speaker, given President Bush's good record on the economy, maybe we should give him credit for a prosperity index.
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William F. Smith
Texas
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Discussing the economic performance and Misery Index during a speech supporting President Bush.

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