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“If we do not act now to strengthen Social Security, the system that so many depend upon today will be unable to meet its promises to tomorrow's retirees, and it will burden our children and grandchildren with exhaustive taxes.” quote by Chris Chocola
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“If we do not act now to strengthen Social Security, the system that so many depend upon today will be unable to meet its promises to tomorrow's retirees, and it will burden our children and grandchildren with exhaustive taxes.”

Chris Chocola

About This Quote

Source Policy brief, 2009

Without immediate action, Social Security will fail future retirees and burden younger generations with taxes.

In simple terms: Urgent reform needed to protect future retirees.

Key Takeaway

Act now to secure Social Security.

Themes

policy future taxation

Mood

urgent concerned

Type

political economic

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • public policy
  • retirement planning

Key Concepts

intergenerational equity fiscal sustainability

Questions to Reflect On

  • What reforms can ensure solvency?
  • How can we balance current and future needs?
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