Most people think saving Social Security is urgent — we need leaders who agree

Published October 2, 2023 6:51pm ET



As I watched the recent presidential debate, there were two words conspicuously absent: Social Security. It appears that in the 2024 presidential race, the leading Democratic and Republican candidates have steered clear of addressing the impending challenges of Social Security. This silence leaves many voters with the impression that if candidates aren’t prioritizing its welfare, then perhaps they need not be concerned, either.

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