Social Security in the 21st Century

This informative book offers an introduction to the basic economic,demographic, and political aspects of social security, and addresses thequestions most often asked regarding this subject. It offers the historicalbackground, concepts, statistics, and options necessary to make informedjudgements about the program, and addresses issues such as intergenerationalequity, gender discrimination, and the future entitlement programs in a time ofreduced government spending. Perfect for people who would like a comprehensiveoverview on social security, this book offers an authoritative but balanceddiscussion of all issues of concern.

Foreword by Peter Diamond
An Overview of Social Security
The Social Insurance Approach and Social Security
The Historical Development of Social Insurance in the United States
Social Security Issues
Should Social Security Be Means-Tested?
Are Social Security Benefits Too High or Too Low?
Are Returns on Payroll Taxes Fair?
Social Security and the Economic Security of Women: Is It Fair?
Disability: Why Does the Search for Good Programs Continue?
Does Social Security Discourage Work?
How Does Social Security Affect the Economy?
What Economic Role for the Trust Funds?
Strong Support But Low Confidence: What Explains the Contradiction?
Social Security and the Conflict Between Generations: Are We Asking the Right Questions?
Will Social Security Be There for Me?
Additional Views on the Issues
Adequacy and Equity Issues: Another View
Financing and Work Issues: Another View
Institutional and Administrative Issues
Social Security in the 21st Century: The Need for Change
Bridging the Centuries: The Case for Traditional Social Security
References
Index
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Social Security in the 21st Century

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