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Welfare mother of 14 stuns Donahue audience with defiant claim
Jacqueline Williams told Mayor Marion Barry and host Phil Donahue that she would have more children if possible. She defended her rights, criticized critics, and noted she would move into a seven room townhouse funded by city social workers and private investors. Williams said the audience and show were negative but stood by her stance and future plans. She added that Barry helped her gain housing and opportunities, despite the debate on welfare.
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Stamford, Conn
Jacqueline Williams
Washington, D.C
Marion Barry Jr
Donahue
Williams
Barry
Phil Donahue
Asida
City Social Workers
City Housing Department
Washington
New York