Social Security

A Shock-Proof America

Let's view this moment as a turning point and build the ample social safety net Americans need.

By Jon Cowan James M. Kessler

What Lawmakers Should Know About Millennials

There's a reason millennial turnout is so low—but it needn't be.

By Austin Belali

Tax Reform's Higher Purpose

Social insurance, public investments, and safety nets make the vast majority of Americans richer.

By Thea Lee Hunter Blair

Yes, We Need More Revenue

And the Democrats must not be shy about saying so. Here’s where to get it.

By Henry Aaron

Classism and the Politics of SNAP

Despite mounting evidence that the majority of SNAP recipients are engaged in work, Americans of all political stripes often view beneficiaries as "lazy" or "moochers"—and this heavily affects how we treat them.

By Joel Berg