Heather Cox Richardson
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Social Security Act, Narrated by Jan John
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June 2, 2026
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Jan John is a retired sales executive, active volunteer in local Maine politics, Social Security beneficiary, and dog lover. Jan John reveals how pioneering Labor Secretary Frances Perkins fought to create Social Security benefits during the Great Depression.
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