Political Quotes

Bernie Sanders: “So, very specifically, what you're saying is that many more seniors are now taking Social Security at 62 at 25 percent…”

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.
Said by
Bernie Sanders
Independent · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

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

Share

More from Bernie Sanders

Oct 2, 2026

We cannot allow America to become a surveillance state where AI oligarchs profit by giving the government the power to track our every movement.

dailycaller.com
Oct 2, 2026

As the cost of home heating skyrockets across the country due to the illegal and unconstitutional War in Iran, we urge you to request an emergency appropriation of at least $3 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

sanders.senate.gov

Other voices in this conversation