What social issue has been handled by the federal government successfully?

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hmmm lets see - nothing comes to mind.

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I'll give a social program-Peace Corps.

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Social security is fine. Might be completely in debt, but I don't hear people complaining about late checks, ever.

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Civil rights
Social Security
Veterans affairs
Medicare/Medicaid

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In the 1930s the Federal government set up work plans to build the interstate highway system. People who were out of work due to the depression would sign up for these crews. They were paid by the government.