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The Social Security and Medicare Trustees released their annual reports, which show that these vital programs are on an unsustainable path.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2021/09/five-charts-about-the-future-of-social-security-and-medicare
Medicare is an essential health insurance program serving millions of Americans, and a major part of the federal budget and our fiscal outlook.
The Social Security Trustees note that the Old-Age and Survivors Trust Fund is now expected to become depleted in 2033, compared to 2034 in last year’s report.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2021/09/social-security-and-medicare-are-facing-serious-shortfalls
“It makes no sense that we allow programs as essential as Social Security and Medicare to remain on such shaky and uncertain fiscal ground," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Learn why healthcare costs are increasing, how Medicare and Medicaid affect the total costs, and some options for lowering the costs while improving outcomes
This interactive map shows Medicare spending per beneficiary, which varies significantly across the U.S.
https://www.pgpf.org/multimedia/2013-interactive-map-variations-in-healthcare-costs
With the national debt at $26 trillion and counting, the nation’s fiscal health is a key issue for the 2020 campaign.
America faces many critical questions about its future. As we continue to confront a global pandemic with devastating impacts on our health, economy and society, an effective federal response is necessary to help address critical needs and get our economy back on track.
https://www.pgpf.org/what-does-the-national-debt-mean-for-americas-future
They are burdened by record student debt. They are entering the workforce during a time of unprecedented economic uncertainty, in a nation with crumbling infrastructure, a climate in crisis, and rising inequality.
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is an unprecedented national emergency requiring a significant federal response. This page provides resources and analysis, tracking the actions our leaders are taking to respond, and providing insights on the state of America’s fiscal and economic outlook during the recovery.