Reply #152: Social Security is NOT comparable to a CD [View All]

[jberryhill]

Sorry, but what's paid out in SS is funded by what's paid in on a current basis. I realize it hasn't been sold that way but, get real - collecting a check you don't need when your mortgage is paid off and your investments worked out, when that check is being paid for by struggling young 20-somethings trying to get their own lives going IS THEFT.

I just can't imagine the mindset of someone for whom life worked out well, and are perfectly able to deal with their situation, who would begrudge not getting a check they don't need.

The notion of, say, Ted Turner collecting his monthly SS check - or even caring if it shows up - is just obscene.

If things work out well in your retirement, at least have the good sense to donate that SS check to charity, as many people who do not need it do.

I'll add to my four points listed above...

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