All voters love Social Security
The 2026 and 2028 elections will determine its future
Social Security, now celebrating its 91st year, continues to be the most cherished government program. It has broad backing from Democrats, Republicans, and independent voters, boasting a in an AARP survey.
The Pew Research Center reports that 76% of Americans think Social Security benefits should not be reduced in any way. A majority of voters from both parties support increasing funding and raising the minimum benefits.
Additionally, it is the government program with the widest reach. Three out of four Americans are either contributing to Social Security or receiving monthly benefits.
Social Security is formally known as OASDI (Old Age Survivors Disability Insurance. It’s not a retirement plan – it’s an insurance program for the loss of income due to death of a breadwinner, disability or old age.
It is crucial for seniors, the disabled, and the families of deceased workers.
It also has a significant economic impact
Social Security is vital to the economy, particularly in rural regions. In Minnesota’s 7th congressional district, 24 percent of residents receive monthly benefit checks. These payments inject over $3.8 billion into the local economy each year, with a significant amount spent at local grocery stores, gas stations, and small businesses.
People in rural areas are much less likely to have access to employer-sponsored retirement plans.
In 2024, OASDI benefits in Minnesota reached an impressive $24.3 billion, which is equivalent to the total production of livestock and crops in the state.
We the people must address this issue
The trust fund which pays benefits is projected to run out by 2033. While this doesn’t mean benefits will stop, it does indicate they will be lower.
However, it doesn’t have to end up like this. A bill known as the Social Security Expansion Act (S.770 and H.R. 1700) has been proposed in both houses of Congress, which aims to fully fund the program for the next 75 years and enhance benefits to counteract the effects of insufficient cost of living adjustments (COLA).
Unfortunately, many candidates are not focusing on this issue, probably because there are no corporate PACs or lobbyists urging them to improve a government program. Additionally, many members of Congress may not understand Social Security as well as an average citizen.
This website will provide clear information on how Social Security was originally designed as a straightforward and effective program, how it can be repaired, and what actions “we the people” can take to support candidates who will fulfill this responsibility.