Historical Events tagged with "unemployment insurance"
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Politics & Government
Roosevelt Establishes Social Security System
August 14th, 1935 89 years ago
Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act, establishing a comprehensive social insurance program aimed at financial support for the elderly and disabled. Located in Washington D.C., the act marked a significant expansion of the federal government’s role in welfare. It was created in response to the widespread economic hardship during the Great Depression, addressing poverty among elderly citizens. The legislation set the foundation for a government pension system that continues to impact lives today.
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