On the recordApril 22, 2009
In the face of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, we responded in historic fashion to meet the needs of unemployed workers.
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congress.govIn the face of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, we responded in historic fashion to meet the needs of unemployed workers.
McDermott emphasizes the response to the economic crisis and the need for unemployment benefits.
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