the actuaries of the Social Security Administration did a study. They said the Gore plan that would apply the interest savings, improve the widow's benefits, and end the motherhood penalty, would, in total--when you take the total package-- extend the Social Security trust fund solvency to over 50 years. That is from the actuaries themselves.
Discussing the impact of Vice President Gore's proposals on Social Security during Senate debate.
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