Billy Graham, Arming Teachers, Snake Song: 7 Takeaways From Trump's CPAC Speech

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Twitter

7) Economic progress

A Snapchat sign hangs on the facade of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S. on January 23, 2017.
A Snapchat sign hangs on the facade of the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S. on January 23, 2017. | (Photo: Reuters/Brendan McDermid/File Photo)

As with previous venues, Trump touted economic progress under his administration, taking credit for many of the positive developments that have occurred over the past year.

"Our economy is blazing. Jobs are at a record level. Jobs are so good. 2.7 million jobs created since the election," Trump said near the conclusion of his speech.

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"Unemployment claims have reached a 45-year low. African-American unemployment has reached the lowest level in our history. Hispanic unemployment has reached the lowest level in our history."

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