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Trump Considering Slashing Medicare and Social Security as “Second-Term Project”
During his 2016 campaign, Trump vowed not to touch Social Security or Medicare if he became president.
The “Aging Crisis” Is Actually Just a Labor Crisis for the Wealthy
A smaller labor market means fewer people willing to take on low-paying jobs.
The Financial Industry Preys on 401(k) Fees. It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way.
Without change, we can expect a serious decline in retiree living standards.
We Must Fight to Preserve Social Security for Millennials
Millennials will rely on Social Security retirement benefits significantly more than previous generations.
Our Counterfeit Social Security Crisis
The nation’s safety net for seniors is in remarkably good shape.
States Lead the Way on Retirement Policy
Many states have stepped forward to offer low-cost portable retirement plans through a state-sponsored system.
Social Security Has Been an Ideological Battle for 83 Years
In a big push for privatization, billionaires are spreading myths about Social Security.
Tuesday’s Election: Racism and Anti-Semitism Versus Social Security and Medicare
Trump and the Republicans are trying to present themselves as a populist party, but they offer nothing except bigotry.
The GOP Tax Cuts Are Already Hurting Social Security
The higher federal deficits caused by the cuts will be used by the GOP to attack Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
Trump’s Post-Midterm Plans: Cut Medicare, Social Security, Medicaid
Protecting the safety net will be a top priority for many voters in the upcoming election.