Erik Reuter wrote:
Except that, if you have an intelligent point at all, you are quibling on a minor detail
The question of whether or not Social Security benefits have kept up with the actual cost of living of its beneficiaries is no mere detail. Given that we agree that it is responsible and merciful to create a safety net for the neediest, the question of how we maintain the benefits in a changing economy is crucial.
What would you tell the typical elderly widow who finds that her SS check doesn't go as far as it used to, due to the rapidly rising cost of medical care?
"Sorry, Mrs. Smith, but I have data that says your benefits are increasing faster than the economy?"
I think she'd tell you that it's not *her* economy you're looking at.
"Oh, Mrs. Smith, that's just a detail."
Huh?
Is this how we want to act out our national concern for the neediest?
Nick
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