The Republican critique of President Kennedy's Area Redevelopment Act of 1961 included that it:

a) Favored economic stimulus over relief
b) Was a pork barrel program to aid in the re-election of Democrats
c) Generated tax revenues but not jobs
d) Did not promote innovation or effectiveness


Answer: B

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