Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 10, 2024
Social Security is only part of the structure in which we help with retirement, and more affluent Americans benefit enormously from tax-sheltered retirements.
Said by
Jeff Merkley
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Merkley emphasizes the disparity in retirement benefits between affluent Americans and ordinary citizens.

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