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On the recordOctober 17, 2011
So, very specifically, what you're saying is that many more seniors are now taking Social Security at 62 at 25 percent less benefits than waiting until 66.
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Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Sanders highlights the increase in seniors claiming reduced Social Security benefits at age 62.

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