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Top Ten Myths of Social Security Reform

October 1, 2005
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Working Paper by Jeffrey R. Brown, Kevin Hassett, and Kent Smetters

Abstract

This paper critically examines ten leading myths that have gained currency in the debate about reforming the U.S. Social Security system, including myths that have been propagated by both proponents and opponents of including personal accounts as part of any reform package.

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Brown, , Kevin Hassett, and Kent Smetters. 2005. "Top Ten Myths of Social Security Reform" Working Paper 2005-11. Chestnut Hill, MA: Center for Retirement Research at Boston College.

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Social Security
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U.S. Social Security Administration
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