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Publication Date: March 2002
Publisher: Economic Opportunity Institute
Author(s): Marilyn P. Watkins
Research Area: Banking and finance; Population and demographics
Keywords: Social Security; Retirement benefits; Individual investment
Type: Report
Coverage: Washington
Abstract:
Examines the social insurance structure of Social Security, specifically how it protects low-income as well as high-income earners, weathers recessions and stock market crashes, and ensures that no one will outlive their benefits. Presents key facts and finding related to broad-based support of Social Security reform nationwide.