"According to the Social Security Administration, in 1945, 41.9 workers supported each individual retiree, while today only 3.3 workers support each retiree. This system cannot continue."

Larry Elder Political Commentator, Author, Radio Host
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Source: You're too stupid to manage your own money. townhall.com. January 20, 2005.

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Larry Elder

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Larry Elder is a conservative talk radio host and author known for his views on personal responsibility and limited government.

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