Tom Harkin actually said...

"Social Security is the most successful Government program in the world."

"AARP recognizes the budget deficit provides many challenges, and our members believe that it's important to work together across party lines to find responsible budget solutions."

"make sure that people who rely upon Social Security--as Senator Reed just reminded us, not just elderly, a lot of kids out there, too, and people with disabilities, survivors--make sure that they can ..."

"I think it's very important for us to understand that Social Security is a real safety-net program for this country."