The Real Deal; The History and Future of Social Security

Will the Social Security system founder as millions of baby boomers enter their retirement years? Is the frightening vision of an impoverished old age a glimpse into the real future for Americans of the next generation? Book debates about Social Security reform into historical perspective, considers various reform ideas, & elaborates a proposal to ensure that the system can continue to meet the claims of the retired & the disabled. Leading experts on retirement issues set forth a carefully considered plan to change the way we finance Social Security & thereby secure its future viability.

Sylvester J. Schieber is vice president of research and information at Watson Wyatt Worldwide. John B. Shoven is Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics at Stanford University.