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Old 03-10-2024, 08:42 AM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
Social Security is a cleverly disguised wealth transfer system. If it were optional, it would disappear.
Given that I will likely get more out of Social Security than I put into it, just who is the wealth being transferred from?

I could support the suggestion that it is a Ponzi scheme.

I agree that many would not contribute to Social Security if it were optional but there is no doubt in my mind that many would then find themselves either destitute or working until the day they die. I believe it is the mandatory aspect of Social Security is keeping many people fed today.

What is my "fair share?" Some feel my fair share is more than what I have been taxed. I feel my fair share should be less than what I have paid.
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