The Federal Budget can and should be made an instrument of prosperity and stability, not a deterrent to recovery.
Interpretation
The Federal Budget should promote growth and stability rather than hinder recovery efforts.
John F. Kennedy emphasizes that the Federal Budget should serve as a tool to foster economic prosperity and stability. Instead of being a hindrance to economic recovery, it should facilitate growth and enhance the well-being of the nation.
In practice
During a political debate about the economy, one could quote Kennedy to emphasize the importance of a proactive budget.
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