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James Lankford: “Six years from now, we go insolvent.”

Featuring: James Lankford, Republican | U.S. Senate, Oklahoma

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James Lankford Demands 'Grown-Up Conversation' Among Congress To Address Social Security Insolvency

Published | Video Starts at 03:34

I should listen to Senator Wyden and his ideas on this. They should listen to mine. We got to figure this out. But this is a message that says, don't let them talk about this. Six years from now, we go insolvent. I have a great relationship with the AARP leadership in my state. He does a phenomenal job, keeps me informed. He's a terrific advocate for the seniors in my state. (03:34–03:36)

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Reiterates that Social Security will become insolvent in six years.

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