A Boring Dystopia

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Keep in mind that social security is set to run out in 10 years time. (lemmy.world)

submitted 11 months ago by STRIKINGdebate2@lemmy.world to c/aboringdystopia@lemmy.world

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[–] bamboo@lemmy.blahaj.zone 14 points 11 months ago

Social Security is adjusted for inflation and provides a predictable income stream you can plan for. Having it tied to the stock or bond market would result in big swings and also potential loss. Social Security isn't maximized for profit, it's maximized for predictability.