Clinton Proposes 401(k)s, Matching Funds

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PVVikeFan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The truth is Hillary will not answer a question about SS. Not one. If she wants to lead this country shouldn't she at least tell us what her plans are?? She has been given every opportunity to share her ideas but has refused to do so. Ever wonder why?? What is she trying to hide from us?? She has been asked straight to the point questions and dances around them. Like hubby like wife I guess. </div></div>
Could just lie- it worked for Bush. What was that thing- oh he was gonna use that surplus to save SS.
"Social Security: It was one of Bush's boldest campaign proposals; a fundamental restructuring of Social Security to allow workers to invest part of their payroll tax in the stock market.

With more and more Americans investing in mutual funds and 401(k)s, the idea of private investment accounts may grow more popular over time."
If you get bored, there is a book in the local library system about this. The guy that wrote it worked for several presidents and according to him, he came up with a lot of this plan. Then became angry as the window passed to change the SS formula. Without additional funds, (some of that surplus) it wouldn't work. Anyway after years of work, he retired.
Just a guess, but some point in time, we will be allowed to let the illegals in. This way the extra numbers will furnish a short-term solution.
Oh, one more. I found some of the speeches I was looking for-
" going to set aside $2.4 trillion of Social Security surplus. That's $2.4 trillion more in payroll taxes than we owe the seniors, which means there is a really interesting opportunity to make sure we not only fulfill the promises to the seniors but we have a social security system that is hopeful for younger workers. We must let younger workers take a portion of their payroll taxes and put it in the marketplace. The agents of the status quo have misread the people. "
Source: Speech in Florida Oct 26, 2000

"Social Security has been called the "third rail of American politics"? -- the one you're not supposed to touch because it shocks you. But, if you don't touch it, you can't fix it. And I intend to fix it.
To seniors in this country: You earned your benefits, you made your plans, and President George W. Bush will keep the promise of Social Security. No changes, no reductions, no way.

For younger workers, we will give you the option -- your choice -- to put a part of your payroll taxes into sound, responsible investments. This will mean a higher return on your money, and, over 30 or 40 years, a nest egg to help your retirement, or pass along to your children.

When this money is in your name, in your account, it's not just a program, it's your property. Now is the time to give American workers security and independence that no politician can ever take away. "

Source: Speech to Republican National Convention Aug 3, 2000
[img]/LDPforum/ubbthreads/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif[/img] Shoot ya ,I remember why I voted for Bush.

He's had the privilege of working with a democratic congress the last couple of years, and they haven't done squat. In fact, I'm confident that history will find this to be the most confused, inept, befuddled, clueless congress of all time. pelosi is a mental midget, and even the libs have to concur with that. Their problem is that they have no plan, no direction for the future. 11% approval rating. No one can put all the blame on Bush. He's had a bunch of bozo clowns to work with.

Weeeelll, except for the first couple of years when the 'Pubs ran both houses too. But what does that have to do with Bush not even making an attempt to change SS, like he said? It wasn't voted down- he never tried after the speeches, did he? And the 1000 dollar tax cut for me while the top group gets 17 to 90 grand. At least the money would have paid for the Iraq war and to rebuild the military. Might even have been a little left for something else. Like his promises on SS, Clinton's on healthcare from the time before. Or the national debt.

Republican majority under Clinton...Fault or credit?

Clinton did a good job working with a Republican Senate. Bush's ego won't allow him to see the forest for the trees.

Bush doesn't have a competent senate with which to work. lol

IMO the senate doesn't have a competant administration to work with.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sup-rbeast</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Bush's ego won't allow him to see the forest for the trees. </div></div>

Can also be said about most of the posts on this thread

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Zebra</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sup-rbeast</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Bush's ego won't allow him to see the forest for the trees. </div></div>

Can also be said about most of the posts on this thread </div></div>
I will have you know my stupidity has nothing to do with my ego.
Either way, Bush is about done. The 'Pubs had both houses and the president for several years and got nowhere , if you don't mention the 400 billion for Iraq. SOMETHING is going to change and I bet I get taxed for it. I also hope that we don't get something even worse. Mr Ed looks pretty good right now. At least he got most of his lines right.

I couldn't help but laugh when Hillary was caught planting questions. GREAT DAY. If she is that dishonest how can she be trusted??????????????