Ida Mae Fuller, first Social Security recipient
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Ida Mae Fuller, first Social Security recipient
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Peak 65 is here. More than 4 million Americans will turn 65 between 2024 and 2027, representing the largest increase in the number of retirees in history. Years ago, older Americans could rely on Social Security. However, there is currently uncertainty about the program's solvency over the next decade or more. Many people are currently entering their golden years with financial worries. On today's show, how did Social Security come to be? And what will the safety net look like for the peak 65 generation and beyond?
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