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How big is the Social Security problem?

By Sharon O'Brien, About.com

Question: How big is the Social Security problem?
Answer: Plain and simple, without a large infusion of additional revenue, Social Security benefits are not sustainable over the long term.

There will be a massive and growing shortfall beginning in 2042. Future retirees will not receive the same benefits as current retirees.

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