Arguments Against Raising the Retirement Age
As the 2016 election cycle approaches, candidates are becoming more and more vocal on their suggestions for addressing the Social Security solvency issue. One of the frequent points discussed in these solutions is the raising of the full retirement age from 66 to as far out as 70, with the argument sometimes stressing that there would be only minimal impact on those extending their worklife a few years. In an article posted on www.thefiscaltimes.com, Aimee Picchi cites a few key situations where this impact might not be so tolerable. Read the article here…
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