Biden Says Rescue Plan Would Create 7.5 Million Jobs

The transcript discusses the urgent need for economic action to prevent job loss and evictions, emphasizing both moral and economic imperatives. It highlights the importance of investments to enhance global competitiveness and economic stability. The American Rescue Plan is introduced as a means to tackle the pandemic and provide financial relief, with bipartisan support and potential for significant job creation. The national strategy focuses on accelerating COVID-19 response, including vaccination and school reopening, with broad support from various sectors.

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