[SteamshipTime]

The writer does not go far enough. Social Security must be abolished.

Like every other corrupt trustee, the United States government should have its assets seized and auctioned to the highest bidder and the proceeds used to retire all current and future obligations. This should include the personal assets of all high-level government employees.

[AuntB]

I agree, dump this disaster. The author points out that none of your family gets anything if you die before you retire, but did you know that if you "retire" or don't work, let's say at age 50, then try to get disability or SS retirement, let's say at age 56, you have NO benefits...it doesn't matter how long you paid in. You must pay in the 7 years prior to claiming or it's ALL....GONE. Such a deal.