Social Security solvency
Social Security Reform: A Pragmatic Assessment of Where We Are
Social Security has taken somewhat of a backseat in the 2024 presidential election cycle, with the need for action to correct the long-term problem funding problem overshadowed by the tepid pledges to “protect” the program. This absence of serious attention…
Limits of Social Security
Social Security can be a major or minor part of a retirement income. With all the questions surrounding Social Security’s ability to continue paying benefits you may want to consider other options also. Selena Marajian for The Motley Fool explains…
Saving Social Security
Saving Social Security has become a very hot topic recently. There are many opinions as to whether to adjust this or that component of the program. Mike Walden for NC State/CALS News discusses options here… As an example of the…
Why Does the Government Raid Social Security?
Dear Rusty: The Social Security program is funded by employees and their employers. The federal government does not contribute to the program, right? So why does the federal government feel they have the right to raid the fund? All the…
Is Bipartisan Support to Resolve Social Security Insolvency a Possibility?
Trevor Jennewine for The Motley Fool believes that it is. He explains four changes, supported by both Republicans and Democrats, that could make a difference and resolve the issue. Read here… As an example of the leading thoughts on reforming…
Two Views on How to Fix Social Security
South Carolina 7th congressional district candidates Fry and Hyman agree that Social Security legislation is imperative to eliminate the need for benefit payment cuts in 2035. They disagree on how this should be accomplished. Chris Day for Post and Courier…
Comments on the Future of Social Security
Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley is interviewed by WORT Radio in Madison WI on the future of Social Security. He cites issues with customer service and solvency. Read here… As an example of the leading thoughts on reforming Social Security,…
Social Security Myths
Juniper Leena for Fort Hunt Herald explains 5 myths about Social Security that are still believed by many. She touches on everything from making an early claim to Social Security running out of funds. Read here… As an example of…
Impact of Increasing Social Security Retirement Age
This article by Jordan Haring for American Action Forum analyzes the impact of raising the Social Security retirement age from 67 to 69. She concludes that this action would not significantly aid in correcting Social Security’s insolvency issue. Read here……
Presidential Candidates Pledges for Social Security
Both presidential candidates promise to “save” Social Security. In this article by Aris Folley for The Hill both views are explained. Read here… As an example of the leading thoughts on reforming Social Security, the Association of Mature American Citizens…