Seniors cannot live in dignity when they're trying to survive on $13,000 or $14,000 a year

[Uncle Joe]

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[LakeArenal]

1. Got that right.

This country treats elderly terribly.
I have even gotten an OK, Boomer for saying that.

Sometimes they mix us Boomers up with our parents. We are not the ones who set
Fux Youz up as a bastion of information. It was my dad.

[brooklynite]

2. The most likely way for Social Security benefits to be cut...

...is to nominate a candidate who loses to Trump.

[oasis]

3. +1

[karynnj]

4. Sad, but true - more in some areas than others - and more for single seniors

Originally, it was not thought that social security would be the only source of income for seniors. Many economists and politicians spoke of a "three leg stool" where the other two legs - pensions and savings - have all but disappeared for most. This makes social security even more critical.

In addition to social security, there is a need to look at all elements of the security net. This administration has slashed many needed resources for people of all ages struggling to get by. One recent one was changing SNAP (originally food stamps). In some states, including VT, state law has linked qualification to other benefits - like LiHEAP subsidizing heating fuel - to qualification of SNAP. That means the Trump changes will have far reaching impacts.

No matter which Democrat wins, restoring the security net has to be a top priority.

[LanternWaste]

5. I'm glad none of our Democratic candidates argue otherwise.

I'm certain though that someone will in fact, pretend otherwise.