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In Search of Retirement Security: The Changing Mix of Social Insurance, Employee Benefits, and Individual Responsibility
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Tersea Ghilarducci,
Van Doorn Oons,
John L. Palmer,
Catherine Hill,
Century Foundation Press,
1/31/2005
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Since World War II, Social Security and employer-based pension plans have become
the foundations of an economic security that enables older Americans to retire
with dignity and financial independence. Social insurance and tax advantaged retirement
benefits currently face a number of challenges, however. The upcoming retirement
of the baby boomers will swell the ranks of the retired, which are estimated to
double by 2020, straining the Social Security and Medicare programs. Employers
are struggling to keep their pension funds afloat, while fewer and fewer companies
are offering traditional pension plans. Americans are living longer than ever
before, which means they draw benefits longer, taxing the system.
In Search of Retirement Security considers these challenges and provides
fresh perspectives on the changing responsibilities of individuals, employers,
and government in ensuring the continued dignity and independence of retirees.
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Based on papers delivered at the 16th annual conference of the National
Academy of Social Insurance.
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Edition: Online/ Paper
ISBN: 0870784900
Pages: 150
Price: $15.95
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