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Does the government's extension of unemployment benefits keep the jobless from seeking employment?

POSTED: Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - 8:57am

UPDATED: Monday, December 20, 2010 - 5:43pm

Uncle Sam okays extension of unemployment checks. Critics argue that keeps jobless at home longer.

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Unemployment still near double digits across the country. Congress okays extension of unemployment benefits.

But critics argue keeping that "mailbox money" coming keeps the jobless off their search for employment untill benefits run-out.

East Texans talk back to our News Partner: KTBB and host Garth Maier about too much government assistance.