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This chart shows why Social Security is in crisis
The surprising thing about the Social Security trust fund is that it has any money left at all.MarketWatch - Business -
Social Security Funds Are Running Dry. Don't Panic.
Congress faces tough decisions about the program’s finances, but there may be an easier political path.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Strong Labor Market Steadied Social Security and Medicare Funds
The social safety net programs continue to face long-term shortfalls as lawmakers wrestle over changes.The New York Times - Business -
Social Security funds to last longer than expected thanks to sturdy economy
The combined trust funds for Social Security are projected to run out a year later than previously expected, a board of trustees of the program’s accounts said Monday. In the latest report, trustees project that the depletion date for the Old-Age ...The Hill - Politics -
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.CBS News - Top stories -
Social Security holds off insolvency until 2035, one year later than projected, thanks to stronger economy
The improved forecast was due to high levels of labor productivity and lower long-term disability incidence rate.MarketWatch - Business -
Social Security now expected to run short on funds in 2035, one year later than previously projected, Treasury says
A brighter economic outlook has helped push Social Security's projected trust fund depletion date to a year later. But there's still urgency for Congress to act.CNBC - Business -
Waiting until 2035 to fix Social Security would be like waiting until you reach the iceberg before turning the Titanic
How does that fit into your retirement plan?MarketWatch - Business