Ones that have laid out cuts or privatization proposals that called for sunsetting the programs every five years and statements that suggest that we, quote, pull Social Security up by the roots and get rid of it. Outrageous. The GOP is hellbent on destroying the only economic security that is available to most of our retirees. That's why we need Social Security 2100. This bill would increase benefits across the board for Social Security beneficiaries and would improve the cost of living adjustment formula for keeping up with inflation. (00:00–02:26)
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Asserts that the GOP aims to dismantle Social Security, which is the primary economic security for most retirees.
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