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New Deal programs built thousands of important structures across the United States, from major bridges, tunnels and roads to hospitals, schools and museums. As the government again looks to fund large public projects as part of the $789 billion stimulus plan, the Online NewsHour takes a look at some of the enduring investments of the New Deal.
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| The Lincoln Tunnel |
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| Funded with Public Works Administration money, construction on the first of three tunnels linking Manhattan and New Jersey began in 1934. |
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| Photo Credit: U.S. National Archives |
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Conversation: Pianist Jonathan Biss
